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Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico · Italy
Fact sheet
- Type
- Other
- Grape
- Sangiovese · Canaiolo · Colorino · Merlot
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Chianti Classico
- Appellation
- Chianti Classico
- Body
- medium
- Acidity
- high
- Tannin
- medium
- Sweetness
- dry
Food pairing
grilled meats · pasta with tomato sauce · aged cheeses · game meats
Rated vintages
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201390 pts
Luminous and fresh, this opens with aromas of red berry, violet, chopped herb and a whiff of baking spice. The vibrant, linear palate offers red cherry, strawberry, white pepper and star anise alongside racy acidity and polished tannins. Enjoy through 2018.
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201185 pts
From a very hot and difficult vintage, this Chianti Classico has unusual aromas of dill, thyme and toasted oak that carry over to the palate. It's already evolved with a short finish.
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200886 pts
Concentrated, thick and dark in appearance, this lush Chianti Classico shows a dark ruby color and flavors of black cherry, cassis and cola. It feels a warm in the mouth, with a powerful finish.