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$80, 5 stars, 94 points, Aglianico del Vulture, Basilicata, Italy, VWTC
The star of the 39th virtual wine tasting was this mature Aglianico. Deep garnet colored with definitive bricking, slight staining, and medium viscosity (14%V ABV). The nose had medium (+) intensity aromas of prune, dried nuts, desiccated cherry, swisher sweet cigars, raisins, musty barnyard, leather, and Absinthe. The plate was dry with medium (-) acidity, a medium body, and medium (-) tannins that were fully integrated. Sipping this wine was ethereal- the flavors echoed the nose and the silky presentation had a long finish. I would not cellar this wine any further as it’s at peak/slightly past peak and needs to be enjoyed to its fullest now. A perfect 20 points were awarded by more than one taster and I gave this $80 bottle 94 points. A super treat to drink this 5 star effort. Salut….

