Purple in color. Ruby at the rim. THe nose is pretty tight. A bit of plums and spice. On the palate, this is soft and easy drinking. Black cherries. One dimenstional. $17.
Grade:
B
Score:
86
2014 Cantina Miglianico Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Il Fondatore Riserva, Italy, Abruzzo - Wine reviews
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2016 Folonari Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Italy, Abruzzo - Wine Review
Score:
83
Grade:
B
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2009 Torre Raone Montepulciano d'Abruzzo San Zopito, Italy - Wine Review
Score:
92
Grade:
A-
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2015 Torre Raone Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Lucanto, Italy - Wine Review
Score:
89
Grade:
B+
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