1997 Riecine - La Gioia

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Score 90/100 · Drink 2000-2015, Robert Parker, Aug 2000

The dark ruby/purple-hued 1997 La Gioia (100% Sangiovese) offers intriguing smoky, toasty aromas mixed with jammy red and black fruits. Plump and fat, with low acidity, and exceptional richness and symmetry, this large wine offers plenty of muscle, glycerin, and concentration. Approachable already, it promises to evolve and improve for 4-5 years, and last for 12-15 years. Importer: A Christopher Cannan Selection, Europvin USA, Watertown, MA; tel. (617) 924-7620

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90
90/100

Robert Parker

92
92/100

Daniel Thomases, Vinous

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92 points
Daniel Thomases, Vinous
Score 92/100 · Daniel Thomases, Vinous

Dark ruby with garnet highlights. Sweet aromas of very ripe red fruits, vanilla and cinnamon. Full and rich on the palate; round and sensual, with lower acidity than past vintages of this wine. Plenty of extract. Impeccable winemaking.

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Red

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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