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Score 94/100 · Drink 2013-2019, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jun 2007

The 2004 Il Blu is a blend of 50% Sangiovese, 45% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc that spent 20 months in French oak barrels. Its gorgeous, silky texture opens to reveal layers of vibrant sweet fruit that caress the palate in a captivating display of elegance and finesse. The tannins are ripe and sweet making it a very pleasurable wine even at this young stage, but it is sure to come together even more with another few years of bottle age. I have long been a fan of this estate and the 2004 Il Blu may very well be the finest wine yet from Brancaia.

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94
94/100

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94
94/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

94
94/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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94 points
Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate
Score 94/100 · Drink 2009-2019, Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate, Jun 2007

Consulting oenologist Carlo Ferrini oversees winemaking at Brancaia, which owns vineyards in the Chianti Classico and Morellino di Scansano zones. The 2004 Il Blu is a blend of 50% Sangiovese, 45% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc that spent 20 months in French oak barrels. Its gorgeous, silky texture opens to reveal layers of vibrant sweet fruit that caress the palate in a captivating display of elegance and finesse. The tannins are ripe and sweet making it a very pleasurable wine even at this young stage, but it is sure to come together even more with another few years of bottle age. I have long been a fan of this estate and the 2004 Il Blu may very well be the finest wine yet from Brancaia. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2019. Importer: William Grant and Sons, USA, New York, NY; Tel. (212) 246-1760

94 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 94/100 · Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Consulting oenologist Carlo Ferrini oversees winemaking at Brancaia, which owns vineyards in the Chianti Classico and Morellino di Scansano zones. The 2004 Il Blu is a blend of 50% Sangiovese, 45% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc that spent 20 months in French oak barrels. Its gorgeous, silky texture opens to reveal layers of vibrant sweet fruit that caress the palate in a captivating display of elegance and finesse. The tannins are ripe and sweet making it a very pleasurable wine even at this young stage, but it is sure to come together even more with another few years of bottle age. I have long been a fan of this estate and the 2004 Il Blu may very well be the finest wine yet from Brancaia. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2019. Jun 2007, www.robertparker.com

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Brancaia
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Grape Blend

Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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