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"Bright ruby red with garnet variegation, transparent and very classic sangiovese. Floral nose of irises with light violet, ripe cherries and hints of strawberry jam, black pepper and Kentucky tobacco. Rightly warm mouth with balanced tannins in an equilibrium where the typical notes of San Casciano emerge fresh and tasty, delicate fruity ending that compliments the sip."

"The 2008 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano shows lovely intensity in its dark fruit, grilled herbs, licorice and earthiness. This, too, is another feminine, graceful wine with gorgeous length and a polished, harmonious personality."