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Piccini 2008 Riserva Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

Top 10 Steak Wines 2014

Piccini 2008 Riserva Brunello di Montalcino is a ripe, fruity wine that pairs perfectly with steak

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Piccini 2008 Riserva Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Montalcino, Italy

For over 125 years, Piccini has been making some of Italy's finest wine. Their 2008 Brunello Riserva DOCG is a ripe, fruity wine, ruby red in color and with a bouquet of black cherry and spice. It offers ripe fruit across the palate with hints of cherry.

Suggested Cut: This wine’s mouthwatering acidity pairs well with big, beefy steaks like porterhouse.

Rating: 15.5/20
Price: $80

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