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Shows beautiful aromas and flavors of currant, toasty oak, tobacco and licorice. Full and very polished, with a...
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Formerly labeled Roccamonfina IGP.
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Geppetti has produced another gem in her 2006 Saffredi, a French-oak aged blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and...
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The 2006 Ornellaia (magnum) is a massive, towering masterpiece. There is awesome depth and richness to be found in...
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The wine is simply glorious, that’s all there is to it. Layers of dark fruit meld into smoke, leather,...
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Displays loads of mint, eucalyptus, currant and meat on the nose. Full-bodied, with masses of fruit, yet reserved and...
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Still rigid and dense, this is packed with plum, cherry, leather and licorice flavors. Structured and on the austere...
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Italian Red Blends Mourvedre Retsina Zibibbo 2006 Wine

Mourvèdre is a fascinating and ancient grape varietal, thought to have been introduced to Spain by the ancient Phoenicians over two thousand years ago. Since then, it has found a home in many regions of France, and has gone on to be a key grape varietal in the New World, where it is often blended with Grenache and Syrah varietals to make a beautifully rounded and balanced red wine. The Mourvèdre grape itself is renowned for holding a complex set of flavours, which are often described as meaty or gamey, with plenty of bramble fruit notes. As such, they are often served with dark meats, and are enjoyed in many countries across the globe. The grapes are not the easiest to cultivate, as they require plenty of sunshine alongside well irrigated soil. However, their quality and unique attributes mean that wineries all over the globe continue to persevere with this special varietal.