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Medium ruby, fat tears. Bit vegetal nose, nearly like a Pinot Noir, complex nose. Medium to slim body, very fine acidity, ditto velvety tannins. Very long finish. Excellent quality. Vintage difference obvious.
Score: 50 + 4 for optic + 14 for bouquet + 18 for taste + 8 for overall = total score of 94.
Piedmont 1990 vs. 1998 pair tasting 20041119. Flight 5 as bonus. Not blind. Not decanted. Riedel Vinum Burgundy glass.
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