2005 Pratesi Italian (Tuscany) Red "Carmione"

Winery: Pratesi

Vintage: 2005

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Carmione"

Wine Category: Italian (Tuscany) Red

Grape blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc & 40% Merlot

Region: Toscana

State or country: Italy

Price: $35

Cases produced: 2,000

KWG Score: 92.5 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Not Reviewed

Wine Review: Not Reviewed

Winemaker Notes: Color: Dark ruby red, deep, very intense with slight grainy tones Fragrances: Powerful, full, sweet, persistent with hints of small red fruits, along with spicy and mineral tones Taste: Imposing and well-structured, meaty, full-bodied, fleshy, soft with evident tannin expressing its strength, but sweet; very harmonious acidic balance. Rich and persistent aroma, fruity, spicy and mineral.

Organic status: not organic

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