2013 Leonetti Sangiovese
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(bottled in July of 2015): Bright red-ruby. Redcurrant, raspberry, spices and a whiff of leather on the perfumed, high-toned nose and palate; very Sangiovese. Captivating, savory wine that combines a creaminess in the mid-palate with a very firm tannic spine and terrific finishing grip. Lovely New World Sangiovese with character.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
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The best example of this variety I tasted in just about every vintage, the 2013 Walla Walla Sangiovese offers real density and depth of fruit, as well as lots of black cherry, cedary spice, chocolate and leafy, herb-like aromas and flavors. Aged 22 months in once used French oak barrels, it has a seamless, if not voluptuous texture, no hard edges and a great finish. Drink it over the coming 8-10 years.