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Wine Advocate Washington Wine reviewer Dr. Jay Miller penned very favorable notes on the ANIMALE 2005 Maria Carmela:

"The 2005 Maria Carmela is 41% Syrah, 35% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot, 8% Sangiovese, and 6% Cabernet Sauvignon. It delivers an attractive perfume of cedar, spice box, tobacco, leather, and blue fruits. Medium- to full-bodied, the wine is supple-textured, tasty, and nicely balanced. Its components are nicely integrated and the wine should continue delivering pleasure through the next six years." [90 points]