Tormaresca 2020 Nèprica Primitivo (Puglia)
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Starting with plums that are ripe but still retain a sour snap in their skin, the nose on this Primitivo then turns to cranberries and soil. On the palate, cranberries deepen into cherries and figs, with notes of chocolate that highlight the polished but chalky tannins. Danielle Callegari
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Price$12,Buy Now
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DesignationNèprica
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Alcohol14.5%
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Bottle Size750 ml
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CategoryRed
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ImporterSte. Michelle Wine Estates
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Date Published12/31/2022
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