Argiolas Costera 2007

$17.99 -- Rated 90 points by Wine Advocate!

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The intense, ruby red color of this wine tends toward orange with age. The full bouquet of sweet black cherry, pepper, and licorice is typical of the Cannonau grape. Warm and full bodied on the palate with excellent texture, ripe fruit flavors and pleasant tannins.

Purchase Argiolas Costera 2007

Vintage: 2007

Region: Sardina

Rating: 90 points

Lifespan: Drink through 2012

Grape: Mostly Cannonau

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