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Magnum. Deep crimson (much deeper than 1999). Sappy, lively nose. Full and clean and appetising but perhaps not very deep or rich. Very clean, lively Italian bite at the end. Still very youthful; much more pinched than a right-bank Bordeaux Merlot. Needs to take on flesh. (JR)
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The 1998 Palazzi (1,000 cases) exhibits an exotic, sweet nose of blackberries and spices, an opulently-textured, jammy, ripe style with wonderful sweetness on the attack, copious quantities of glycerin, supple tannin, and a blockbuster, rich finish with tremendous complexity. It should age effortlessly for 10-15 years. The tannin is obscured by the luxurious fruit and high glycerin. Importer: The Rare Wine Co., Sonoma, CA; tel. (707) 996-4484
The 1998 Palazzi (1,000 cases) exhibits an exotic, sweet nose of blackberries and spices, an opulently-textured, jammy, ripe style with wonderful sweetness on the attack, copious quantities of glycerin, supple tannin, and a blockbuster, rich finish with tremendous complexity. It should age effortlessly for 10-15 years. The tannin is obscured by the luxurious fruit and high glycerin. Wine Advocate.August, 2000