Eric Guido

9.2

The 2009 Rocca di Montegrossi San Marcellino is showing significantly more depth, yet also freshness than the last time I tasted it, with balsamic tinged black cherry, giving way to Asian spice, wild herbs, hints of animal musk and brown sauce (think sauerbraten).  Velvety textures flood the palate, showing notable savoriness, as mineral-infused dark red fruits are energized by vibrant acidity with a hint of orange citrus that pops right toward the close. The finish is long, showing adolescent tannins, which provide just enough tension, as it tapers off to notes of roasted plum, hints of tobacco and sage.  It does show a bit more advanced than I’d expect, but this is a far superior bottle over the last one I tasted.  Bravo. #chianticlassic #chianti #tuscanwine #italy — 4 years ago

S.S. Mandani

8.9

High acidity in the bouquet. Lemon, lime. The smell of roses burned.

I don’t usually enjoy Chianti, but I must admit I haven’t really give it a fair shot either. A few bad impressions have left me gravitating towards the northern Piedmont region.

The acidity and tartness work here. Listening to Cajun folk pop music, reading a book by candlelight, and staying in from the eminent winter storm outside, this wine promises to keep me warm, surprised, and as leafy jovial as a Spring day in Central Park.

This is a juicy treat of a wine — one that makes me astonished how the Earth can sprout something so jammy and full of life from its soil and soul.

#chianti #chianticlassic #chianticrusher
#tuscany #volpaia #italian #italianwines — 6 years ago

Tom Kobylarz

9.3

In a great place but probably just past its peak and in descent...catch it while you can if you have it. Fresh flowers, red and blue fruits, spice and game on the nose. The deep red and blue fruits balls up intensely on the front of the palate and dissipates slightly on the finish. The tannin structure is fine and totally resolved, with unmistakable Italian acidity. #felsina #chianticlassic #tuscany — 8 years ago