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Tasting notes
Score 88/100 · Drink 2019-2020, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Dec 2019

The 1999 La Ricolma is dark and quite brooding in the glass. Black cherry, graphite, game, smoke, tobacco and licorice all run through a decidedly concentrated, virile Ricolma that is mature. Burly tannins add to an impression of rusticity. The 1999 is starting to oxidize, so any remaining bottles need to be finished soon.

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Critic scores
89
89/100

Average Score

90
90/100

Robert Parker

88
88/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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90 points
Robert Parker
Score 90/100 · Drink 2002-2017, Robert Parker, Dec 2002

The opaque ruby/purple-colored, 100% Merlot 1999 La Ricolma possesses aromas of fresh espresso, licorice, black cherry jam, cough syrup, and a hint of green pepper. Dense and chewy, with a sweet palate and considerable elegance, it is a singular expression of Merlot that is completely different than any other tasted in Tuscany. It should drink well for 10-15 years. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300; Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700; and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411

About the producer

San Giusto a Rentennano - producer
San Giusto a Rentennano

San Giusto a Rentennano is one of the leading producers in the Chianti Classico region. Its 100% Merlot  Super Tuscan La Ricolma and 100% Sangiovese cuvée, Percarlo, are two of the most consistent and collected fine wines in Tuscany.

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Grape Blend

Merlot

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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