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The Casanova della Spinetta 2008 Sassontino is a late-release wine that hits the market with 10 additional years of...
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Savory herbs, tobacco, mint, licorice and dark cherries take shape in the glass as the 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva...
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Artadi Rioja Pagos Viejos 2008
750ml - Case of 6
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$142.40
The 2008 Pagos de Viejas was selected from three of the estate’s finest and most elevated sites with all of the...
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Artadi Rioja Vina El Pison 2008
750ml - Case of 6
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$298.46
The delicate balance between all of the natural agents that comprise this unique environment produces a wine that is...
750ml - Case of 6
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$187.95
Salvioni's 2008 Brunello di Montalcino speaks to finesse above all else. Sensual, ever-changing aromatics draw the...
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Bellaria Brunello Di Montalcino Assunto 2008
750ml - Case of 6
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$46.12
This opens with pretty, dark concentration and balanced aromas of black cherry and red currant set against leather,...
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Bibi Graetz Toscana Colore Rosso 2008
750ml - Case of 3
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$250.95
This is a phenomenal, tiny-production red made mostly from colorino and canaiolo grapes. It has an amazing density...
750ml - Case of 3
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$1084.30
After the highly unusual and exotic 2007, the 2008 Toscana Sangiovese marks a return to a more classic Soldera style....
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Castello Dei Rampolla Toscana Sammarco IGT 2008
750ml - Case of 6
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$124.95
Dense ruby-purple color. Intense, intriguing nose of high class cigar tobacco intermixed with smoke, minerals, black...
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Castello Di Bossi Toscana Corbaia 2008
750ml - Case of 6
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$82.50
The 2008 Corbaia is striking in this vintage. A delicate, graceful bouquet gives the impression of femininity, until...
750ml - Case of 6
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A well proportioned, elegant body, dark berry, fresh spice flavors, intense, smooth taste.
Food pairing: Great...
750ml - Case of 6
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Sweet rich, lush and layered, yet also remarkably light on its feet, the 2008 Brunello di Montalcino dazzles from...
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Fattoria Galardi Terra Di Lavoro 2008
750ml - Case of 6
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$82.50
Formerly labeled Roccamonfina IGP.
750ml - Case of 6
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$154.95
The pureness of fruit is so intense here. It's also so clean and beautiful. The wine shows fabulous aromas of...
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Grattamacco Bolgheri Superiore 2008
750ml - Case of 6
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$164.87
Here's another special peek back in time. The 2008 Bolgheri Superiore Grattamacco is drinking beautifully right now...
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La Spinetta Pin Monferrato Rosso 1998
750ml - Case of 6
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$58.08
Saturated bright ruby. Multidimensional nose of cassis, blackberry, raspberry, violet, espresso, mint and spicy oak....
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La Spinetta Pin Monferrato Rosso 1998
750ml - Case of 12
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$56.95
Saturated bright ruby. Multidimensional nose of cassis, blackberry, raspberry, violet, espresso, mint and spicy oak....
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Ornellaia Bolgheri 2008
750ml - Case of 6
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$274.95
The 2008 Ornellaia continues to blossom in the bottle. Dark cherries, chocolate, espresso, blackberries and mocha are...
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Pingus Ribera Del Duero 2008
750ml - Case of 6
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$961.62
The 2008 Pingus had just been bottled when I tasted it. Deep purple in color, it sports a splendid aromatic array of...
Italian Red Blends Sangiovese Tempranillo 1998 2008 750ml
The name of this grape, meaning 'blood of Jove' conjures up evocative images of long dead civilizations, and gives the Sangiovese varietal a sense of the holy, the sacred, the special. Indeed, this particular type of Italian grape has been cultivated and processed for thousands of years, and is said to be the original favorite grape varietal of the Romans, and the Etruscans before them. Throughout history, vintners have continued to plant this varietal, and they continue to produce wonderful wines to this day. The long bunches of very dark, round fruit are treasured by fine wineries in Italy and a few other places around the world, and when young, these grapes are lively – full of strawberry flavors and a little spiciness. However, it is when they are aged in oak that they take on some truly special flavors and aromas, as seen in some of the finest wines of the Old World.
There are plenty of notable native Spanish grapes which have made a big impression on the wine world at large, but none are as renowned or as widely loved as the Tempranillo varietal. This black skinned grape has been used for wine making for centuries, with several ancient civilizations noticing the fact that it is highly versatile and holds some delicious flavors and aromas, perfect for those looking for a powerful yet elegant grape for their wines. Tempranillo often causes winemakers some trouble, however, as it is highly susceptible to many diseases. Despite this, plenty continue to persevere with this varietal, as it is perfect for producing delicious and complex single variety and blended wines, packed full of classic Spanish flavors and plenty of aromatic and intense surprises.