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2009 Vie di Romans Chardonnay Rive Alte Friuli Isonzo
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2009 Vie di Romans Chardonnay Rive Alte Friuli Isonzo

Producer: Vie di Romans
Style: White Wine
Grape Type: Chardonnay
Origin: Italy
Region: Friuli-Venezia-Giulia

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89(+?)? Points | International Wine Cellar , September/October 2011

($46) Bright straw-yellow. Oaky elements of butter, clove, caramel and cinnamon camouflage aromas of pineapple and banana. Rich and full on the palate, with harmonious acidity framing the ripe fruit flavors. Showing more texture than flavor today, though there is less obvious oak on the palate than on the nose. The long, fresh finish hints at peanut butter. Should the oak resolve in time, this will merit an outstanding rating, but I'm not convinced yet.

90 Points | Wine Spectator

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Chardonnay

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