2003 Leonetti Merlot Columbia Valley

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Score 95/100 · Drink 2006-2016, Pierre Rovani, Apr 2006

Though I was not a fan of the 2002, I was enraptured by the 2003 Merlot. Chocolate, cassis liqueur, cherries jubilee, spices, and violets are found in its magnificent aromatics. Aged in 80% new oak (of which 80% is French and the balance Pennsylvanian), this concentrated gem slathers the palate with black raspberries, spices, copious quantities of cherries, and blackberries that envelope its significant tannin. Projected maturity: now-2016. Tel. (509) 525-1428; www.leonetticellar.com

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93
93/100

Average Score

90
90/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

95
95/100

Pierre Rovani

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90 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 90/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, Nov 2005

Deep ruby-red. Knockout nose combines dark cherry, black plum, licorice, graphite, chocolate and mint, all lifted by a floral topnote. Sweet on entry, then spicy and firm in the middle, with flavors of black fruits, mint and licorice. Dense without being weighty; not a fat or thick wine but offers lovely lift. Finishes with a fine dusting of tannins.

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Leonetti Cellar
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Red

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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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