Sipping Fine Wine

9.0

Located in the heart of Umbria, pale lemon color with aromas of stone fruit, citrus and honey floral notes. On the palate flavors of apple, pear and peach with citrus and nutty notes. Good acidity, balance and structure, medium+ finish ending with salty mineral character. Nice! — 11 days ago

Alan Johnston

9.3

3.3. Very tasty reserve Chianti. Nice blend of fruits and spices and tannins. On sale for $26.99, regularly $31.99. — 10 days ago

Bob McDonald

9.3

See previous Note. Old plummie, red cherry notes. Barb said dusty and pine needles. A cooler vintage. I said red cherries and freshly tilled loam. As Galloni said “In 2010 Ama did not bottle their single vineyard selections. All the best fruit went here.” Tasting more the quality of a Brunello than a Chianti Classico. No. 6 in Wine Spectators Top 100 for 2015. — a month ago

Anthony De Blasi

9.5

Our princess her birthday. Time for the yearly 2011. This Sammarco was soo good. A bit of VA in the nose, sweet start and than the acidity kicks in. Very balanced. And quite some time ahead. Wow! — 5 days ago

Andrew McIntyre

9.4

Too young but insane potential...going to buy more. Love this wine and its depth and complexity. Paired well with venison. — 2 days ago

John Bratincevic

9.1

Dried black cherry, cassis, stones. Good! 91. — 2 days ago

Raun Kupiec

9.0

Super smooth, good fruit, nice balance. Only criticism would be it needs a bit more structure this young. But that could be the restaurant’s fault - the steak was too salty. — 2 months ago

Tom Casagrande

8.9

A vigorous young Chianti Classico. Intense and a little peppery from the alcohol. Nice accompaniment to pasta with a rich meat sauce. — 3 days ago

with Dan, Douglas and 2 others

Jane Nuss

9.2

Ruby in color with aromas of ripe cherry, raspberry, vanilla, and earthy hints. Decanting softens the smoky notes, revealing bright red fruit and a touch of licorice. The palate is dry and well-balanced, with smooth tannins, refreshing acidity, and a long, fruity finish. A versatile, well-structured wine that pairs easily with food.
— 17 days ago

Mike Miller

9.8

Dried florals and earth. Wish had a whole case.  — a month ago

with Anne