Beautiful ruby in colour, this wine opened up with aromas of
red cherry, plum, sweet spices, licorice, light cedar and savoury notes. On the
mouthfeel, medium bodied, juicy with good energy, lively acidity and dusty
tannins. Good length on the finish with savoury and slightly spicy flavours
lingering.
I enjoyed this wineries Chianti Classico Riserva 2007, but I
think I preferred this wine better. With a more restrained use of oak, you get
a purer expression of Sangiovese very flavourful and ready to drink. 10% Merlot
was added to the Sangiovese, which helped this wine achieve the softness and
juiciness that make it more approachable right now. Very good value, score 89
points.
Purchased September 1, 2012 LCBO New Release (283697) at
$16.95
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