Pintia, Toro other_regions_italy This is over 14% alcohol

This is over 14% alcohol with no chaptalization

yet it also retains a lovely sense of freshness

Depending on one’s point of view

How far above still remains to be seen

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Pintia, Toro other_regions_italy This is over 14% alcoholComparing the 2005 Pintia against the 2004, I prefer the aromatics of the 2005, which are beautiful pure, lifted red fruit, briar, a touch of smoke and minerals. The palate is very well balanced with supple ripe tannins and fine acidity. There is plenty of red berry fruit here lending the 2005 an attractive fleshy texture, although there is something slightly foursquare about the finish, with hints of spice, black tea and cracked black pepper on the