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Score 90/100 · Drink 2014-2021, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Aug 2013

The 2009 Il Blu is laced with super-ripe dark red cherries, tobacco, flowers, mint and hints of earthiness. All of the flavors are nicely woven together in a medium-bodied Il Blu that is already starting to show slight hints of tertiary development. The 2009 impresses for its length and balance. I don't expect the 2009 to be a long-term ager, but it should drink well for handful of years.

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90
90/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

90
90/100

Monica Larner, Wine Advocate

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90 points
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
Score 90/100 · Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Aug 2013

The 2009 Il Blu shows a hint of unripe tones of green or medicinal herb. Those verdant tones take a little effort to get past. Once you do, the wine brings full intensity and richness to the finish. This wine is probably better suited to near-term consumption. Importer: The Hess Collection, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 255-1144

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Brancaia
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Grape Blend

Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon

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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