Chianti Classico, Chianti

Castello di Ama

Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend 2016

Surprisingly dark on the nose with leather, turned earth, undergrowth, some roast… sun dried tomatoes. After a while a fresh orange zest & flowery note emerges to add contrast. Barely any cherry or red fruit. Dumb phase? Queer bottle? And yet - intriguing!
On the palate nicely structured and with fresh acidity. Love the quality of tannins - fine, juicy yet firm. Savoury, just a touch rustic, loads of umami flavour here.
Def. a food wine, and a very nice one, too!
Having this with some pasta, but this begs for a Bisteca Fiorentina!
— 9 days ago

Lyle, Daniel and 1 other liked this

Azienda Agricola Fontodi

Chianti Classico Sangiovese 2021

Deep Ruby color with aromas of red fruits, floral, citrus and smoky oak, 100% Sangiovese. On the palate flavors of ripe blackberry, cherry and plum flavors with floral notes, cacao, tobacco and toasty notes from oak aging. Fine ripe tannins, long finish ending with fruit and an earthy smoky mineral spice character. Nice! Will age! Organic! — a month ago

Juan, Dawn and 6 others liked this

Castellare di Castellina

Chianti Classico Sangiovese 2022

Nice quaff. Sometimes simple is all you need. Well balanced. Organic. Paired with penne alla vodka with sweet Italian sausage. From half bottle. — 22 days ago

romo and Andrew liked this

Carpineto

Riserva Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend 2018

Medium Ruby red color with aromas of dark berry fruit and earthy spice, blend of 90% Sangiovese with rest Canaiolo. On the palate flavors of black cherry and plum with tobacco, floral and earthy cedar notes. Full-bodied, well balanced soft drying tannins on a smooth medium+ finish. Grab some Italian food and enjoy the great value wine. Consistent quality, a Fav!! — 21 days ago

Tom, Anthony and 2 others liked this

Ruffino

Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend 2017

This wine is colored dark purple, almost inky. The nose is wonderful, with an earthiness leading the way for plum, cherry and tar. The palate is loaded with dark fruit, earth and black pepper. The tannins are fairly smooth, but they work well against a Bolognese sauce. There is a nice acidity and a wonderful herbal finish. — 25 days ago

Fabio, Serge and 5 others liked this

Ruffino

Riserva Ducale Oro Gran Selezione Chianti Classico Sangiovese 2013

Well balanced with just right amount of fruit and tannins. — 15 days ago

Isole e Olena

Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend 2018

With galbijim! 🇰🇷🇮🇹 — 11 days ago

Castello di Bossi

Chianti Classico Sangiovese 2020

Fruity nose. Palate of sour cherry. Some gripping tannins on the finish. The fruit fades a bit fast. — 16 days ago

Angelo, Dan and 2 others liked this

Castello di Volpaia

Riserva Chianti Classico Sangiovese 2015

Nice fragrance. Medium Tannins and acidity. Dry but fruit still apparent, especially after exposure to air. March 2024. — 2 days ago

Castello di Volpaia

Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend 2021

Believe it or not, in the early 1970’s there were less than a handful productive wineries in the Radda UGA; Castello di Volpaia was one of those. Radda was simply remote and difficult to get to. However, times have changed and today, there are more than 40 active wineries! Volpaia is somewhat unique in that its vineyards are some of the highest elevation in the entire Chianti Classico zone.

Popped and poured, the 2021 “Chianti Classico” pours a light ruby color with a transparent core; medium viscosity with no staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is developing with light notes of cherry, orange pith, dried green herbs and earth. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium tannins and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium. If Radda has a reputation for more elegant wines, then Volpaia is a leading example. While it’s more “reserved” than many others, there is substance and has a story to be shared. Drink now with some patience but I think this will be even more enjoyable in the next 5-10 years.
— a month ago

Brian, Severn and 5 others liked this