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"The 2008 Vintage Tunina is terrific. The wine’s trademark expansive bouquet and generous fruit are beautifully balanced by a vein of minerality that is the hallmark of this cool year. All of the elements come together beautifully in the glass as the 2008 Vintage Tunina shows off layers of succulent peaches, pears, apricots, flowers and mint, along with hints of sweetness from the late-harvested fruit that is such a big component of the wine’s signature style. Vintage Tunina is Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Ribolla Gialla, Malvasia Istriana and Picolit. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2018." - Antonio Galloni (Feb 2011)

"Shows a lovely balance of dried apricot, pineapple and honey, with traces of violet and mineral. Full-bodied, with powerful balance and intense fruit on the finish. Almost late-harvest in style. Drink now. 6,800 cases made." –JS (Aug 2009)
 
"Bright lemon yellow with a gold tinge. Initially subdued but refined nose slowly reveals vibrant aromas of yellow melon, apple, and plum, complicated by mango, spices and a distinctly mineral note. Offers lovely balance on the palate, with plenty of ripe apple, pear, tangerine and licorice flavors nicely lifted by bright acids. This finishes long but with a slightly hard edge to its pretty mineral and spice flavors. This has long been one of Italy's most famous and best white wines-especially during the 1980s-but recent vintages have been less concentrated and less than thrilling. Happily, this 2005 represents Vintage Tunina back in top form." - Ian D'Agata (Mar/Apr '08)