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Tasting notes
Score 91-94/100 · Drink 2005-2020, Robert Parker, Aug 1999

The 1996 Barolo Marenca is profound, with a dark ruby color, and a sumptuous nose of jammy plum liqueur and black cherries. It is a sensual, full-bodied wine with an opulent texture, fabulous extract, and an explosive, 50-second finish. It coats the palate, is unbelievably rich in fruit, glycerin, and extract, and should prove to be a modern-day classic. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2020. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411

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91
91/100

Average Score

93
91-94/100

Robert Parker

89
89/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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89 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 89/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Good medium red-ruby. Subdued nose hints at sappy cherry, mocha, leather and earth. Chewy, concentrated and fat in the middle palate, but could use a bit more precision and verve. Finishes with substantial dusty tannins.

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Luigi Pira
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Product details

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Grape Blend

Nebbiolo

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Under the law of Hong Kong, intoxicating liquor must not be sold or supplied to a minor in the course of business. 根據香港法律,不得在業務過程中,向未成年人售賣或供應令人醺醉的酒類 。
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