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96 Points
Classic
$50 Purchase Info

La Rasina Brunello di Montalcino 2012

Floral notes…red cherry…plum and tobacco spice.

The Wine

  • Winery La Rasina
  • Vintage 2012
  • Varietal Brunello
  • Style Classic
  • Production Midsize

Locale

  • Country Italy
  • Region Montalcino

Cellar Notes

  • Aromatics Cherry, Floral, Minerals
  • Tasting Notes Cedar, Cherries, Tobacco
  • Food Pairings French Onion Rib Eye Steak, Garlicky Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Herbs, Skirt Steak with Pomegranate Sauce

Ratings

  • Our Rating 96 - Classic

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