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2000
Sangiovese, Alegria Vineyards
Varietal/Style: Sangiovese
Origin: Russian River Valley, CA
Vintage: 1996
Winemaker:
Bill Nachbaur
Rating: 13.5/20
Retail Price: $16
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Tasting
Notes: Old
grape, new wine—sort of. Due to recent plantings in California
we are able to experience the Tuscan grape right here in the
U.S. Great in blends, but nice on its own, we might be seeing
more and more of it. Here is a fine example albeit from 50-year-old
vines in the Russian River Valley. Complexity of aromas and
taste have been boosted by the addition of minute quantities
of Canaiolo Nero and Mammolo Toscano. This wine is as elegant
as it is fragrant and balanced. A long finish with slight
smokiness adds a nice dimension. Because of the floral tones
and subtle character, we would pair it with fish and light
meats. At this price, we had nothing to complain about. (Date
tasted 01/23/04)
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1996
Sangiovese, Alegria Vineyards
Varietal/Style: Sangiovese
Origin: Russian River Valley, CA
Vintage: 1996
Winemaker:
Bill Nachbaur
Rating: 12/20
Retail Price: $16
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Tasting
Notes: A
wine packed with surprises—in a blind tasting we would have surely
pegged this Sangiovese as an old-vine Zinfandel by its aroma. Raisinlike
on the nose, its flavors display a completely different range, predominantly
cherry and cola. Despite its lack of complexity, we guarantee that this
wine's random elements will keep you well-entertained. (Date tasted
11/5/00)
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Profile:
Although Acorn has been around only since 1990, the reputation of
its vineyard site precedes it by nearly 150 years. As a result, the
winery relies on the fine fruit of its estate-grown grapes to dictate
the fruit-forward style of its wines. Named in honor of the site's
prolific oaks, Acorn likens itself to the tiny nut in size, (about
2,000 cases per year), and resilience.
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Address:
12040 Old Redwood Hwy.
City: Healdsburg, CA
Phone: 888-226-7676
Web site: www.acornwinery.com
E-mail: acorn-winery@excite.com
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