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Wine Reviews: Mini Round-Up for January 6, 2025

2017 La Rioja Alta S.A. Vina Ardanza Reserva (Rioja): Deep, bright, elegant, and still one of region’s most consistently awesome buys. $42 A- 2020 Tenuta Cucco Bricco Voghera (Barolo): Put your old school hat on for this earthy, tangy, and developed tribute to Piedmont’s yesteryear.…
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