2006 La Spinetta Il Nero di Casanova Toscana IGT
| Vineyard: | La Spinetta |
| Price: | $14.98- $19.99 |
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| Style: | Red |
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
"Sangiovese and Colorino make up the Il Nero di Casanova blend. The name means 'the black one' and refers not only to the deep dark color of the wine, but also to how old-timers in Tuscany call their red wine. The wine is brooding in color, with bing cherry that comes through on the nose and palate. Chewy, ripe, rich and beautifully balanced, it has tremendous texture and a very long finish. A superb vintage for Tuscany - classic with tons of fruit and the perfect balance of tannic structure and ...
Expert Reviews
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WineLibrary TV-Gary Vaynerchuk, Winelibrary TV
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Wine & SpiritsSangiovese and Colorino make up the blend. The name means "the black one" and refers not only to the deep, dark color of the wine, but also to what old-timers in Tuscany call their red wine. Brooding in color, with bing cherry that comes through on the nose and palate. Chewy, ripe, rich and beautifully balanced, it has tremendous texture and a very long finish. A superb, classic vintage for Tuscany, with tons of fruit and the perfect balance of acidity and tannic structure.
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Vintage ChartRating for Italy-Tuscany: 96 (excellent)<br/><br/>Drinkability: too young, let it sit<br/>
User Tasting Note
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