Another clean and stylish wine here from Leone de Castris, confirming the positive trend away from the funky wines of...

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This is from one of the better producers in one of the best appellations (Salice Salentino) of southern Italy. Now...

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Erupts odiferously with roasted licorice and smoldering tomato leaf. The reduction of red and black fruits are sweet...

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Nice weight and balance. Well crafted for food.

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Nicely balanced and a good value.

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Rich black fruit, earthy, smoky with a hint of anise. Well integrated and beautifully balanced.

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Medium bodied, well balanced, lot of sun in this wine.
Goes well with orecchiette con rapini

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Leone De Castris Riserva Salice Salentino 2007, Doc