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Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico · Italy
Fact sheet
- Type
- Other
- Grape
- Sangiovese · Ciliegiolo · Canaiolo · Colorino
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Chianti Classico
- Appellation
- Chianti Classico
- Body
- medium
- Acidity
- medium
- Tannin
- medium
- Sweetness
- dry
Food pairing
pasta with tomato sauce · grilled meats · aged cheeses · mushrooms
Rated vintages
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2018
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2017
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2016
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2015
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2014
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2013
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201288 pts
This blend of 80% Sangiovese, 12% Ciliegiolo, 6% Canaiolo and 2% Colorino displays spice-laced blackberry and leather aromas. On the palate, firm, grainy tannins frame mature plum, espresso, tobacco and clove flavors. Drink through 2019.
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201190 pts
A blend of Sangiovese and 20% Ciliegiolo, this opens with aromas that recall fragrant purple flower, new leather, aromatic herb and red berry. The ripe palate doles out juicy Marasca cherry, chopped mint and a hint of star anise alongside fine-grained tannins that leave a firm,…
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201091 pts
Using organically farmed grapes, this boasts enticing scents of rose, blue flower, plum and cake spice. The chewy, delicious palate tastes of juicy wild cherry, black raspberry, white pepper, cinnamon and mocha and has round, ripe tannins that give it a smooth texture. Drink thr…
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2009