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Score 17.5/20 · Drink 2003-2012, Jancis Robinson MW, Mar 2003

Very thrilling wine that is already round and supple but underneath there lurks explosive flavours which are by no means dominated by the 20% Cabernet ingredient – much less by the 10% Merlot. This is the sort of wine that could slip down quite frighteningly easily, it is just such pure pleasure. A product of passion. I've never tasted a Carmignano better than this. (JR)

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94
94/100

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94
94/100

Robert Parker

18
18/20

Jancis Robinson MW

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94 points
Robert Parker
Score 94/100 · Drink 2002-2010, Robert Parker, Dec 2002

Perhaps the finest Carmignano being produced, proprietor Mauro Vanucci has followed his fabulous 1997 with an equally gorgeous 1999 Carmignano Riserva. Aged in 100% new oak, it exhibits a deep, saturated ruby/purple color as well as gorgeous aromas of sweet black fruits intertwined with high class notes of saddle leather, cigar smoke, and licorice. With great intensity, purity, and a palate saturating style, this elegant, brilliant Carmignano will provide immense pleasure over the next 7-8 years. Bravo! 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

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Piaggia
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Red

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Dry

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