The 2004 Rendola Rosso Toscano has powerful aromas of vanilla, toasted oak, dark chocolate, cherry and black cherry - on both, the nose and palate. It is a medium bodied, dry, integrated wine; with forward/good acidity, refined tannins (decant for 15 min) and a long to extra-long, silky finish. Though overpowering, it’ll pair well with dominating foods, yet can be enjoyed by itself; drink now – 2018? My impression: NICE, 87 pts – tasted twice and both times had a headache the next day after 2-3 glasses. Tasted Dec/13 & Jan/14.

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