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Castello Dei Rampolla Toscana Sammarco IGT 2004
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$134.95
The 2004 Sammarco shows why this is such a magnificent vintage for Tuscany. Silky, layered and impeccably refined,...
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Marchesi Mazzei Toscana Siepi 2004
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$80.95
There's just something about this 50-50 Sangiovese-Merlot blend that makes it absolutely irresistible. The fullness,...
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Ornellaia Bolgheri 2004
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$379.65
This is a hopelessly gorgeous wine with so much energy, intensity, density and good cheer. The superb...
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Sassicaia (Tenuta San Guido) Bolgheri 2004
750ml - Case of 12
Bottle:
$435.95
The 2004 Sassicaia is a lovely, understated effort. Medium in body, it presents nuanced layers of sweet dark fruit,...
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$41.02
An opaque purple blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah, the 2022 Il Bruciato is luxurious with notes of...
Garganega Italian Red Blends 2004 2022 750ml Pre-Arrival
Italy is a fine country for white grape varietals, and white wines have been produced in this ancient country for thousands of years. One of the more popular varietals in the modern age is Garganega, which is currently the 5th most planted white grape across Italy. This grape is most closely associated with the Veneto region of Italy, although it is also grown in Sicily, where it is known as Grecanico Dorato. Garganega is a rigorous, hardy grape, which can grow in huge yields - explaining its popularity in the past. Today, winemakers must be careful to keep yields as low as possible, as this a varietal which can easily lose its distinctive characteristics and fine qualities when grown in bulk.
We know Garganega most commonly from the Soave wines which have been consistently popular over the past few decades. Indeed, the Soave Classico wines which still sell in large quantities across the globe are made from 70%-100% Garganega varietal grapes, and these wines showcase the varietal’s fresh and delicate qualities. The most common flavors present in Garganega wines are delicate, citrus notes, balanced by a hint of almond, and the best examples have remarkable balance and length, with wonderful aromatic notes.