Fior di Vino
Riserva Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend
Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
Nose was warm and smelled of anise. Fruit was quite delicate with notes of chewy cherry being controlled by wood and herbs.
Nose was warm and smelled of anise. Fruit was quite delicate with notes of chewy cherry being controlled by wood and herbs.
Jul 16th, 2022
Drank 10\3\19. Nice with baked ziti.
Bright cherry, and just a hint of earth and sweet spice on the nose. Flavors of juicy, red cherry and a touch of earth. Medium tannins and finish. Overall a much stronger effort than the '14. Won't blow you away, but a nice everyday drinker.
3\21\7\4\3 +50 =88 pts.
Drank 10\3\19. Nice with baked ziti.
Bright cherry, and just a hint of earth and sweet spice on the nose. Flavors of juicy, red cherry and a touch of earth. Medium tannins and finish. Overall a much stronger effort than the '14. Won't blow you away, but a nice everyday drinker.
3\21\7\4\3 +50 =88 pts.
Drank 12/15/18. Nice pairing with pizza.
Trader Joe's value wine at $7
Nose of red fruits with some mint anf pine, atypical for a Chianti classico. Flavors of sour red cherry, forest floor and tar. Medium tannins. Medium finish
3/20/7/3/3 +50 = 86.
Drank 12/15/18. Nice pairing with pizza.
Trader Joe's value wine at $7
Nose of red fruits with some mint anf pine, atypical for a Chianti classico. Flavors of sour red cherry, forest floor and tar. Medium tannins. Medium finish
3/20/7/3/3 +50 = 86.
Been a while since I’ve had a Chianti. Pretty average, held up nicely to penne with cream sauce. Good bitterness, like a nice Italian espresso.
Been a while since I’ve had a Chianti. Pretty average, held up nicely to penne with cream sauce. Good bitterness, like a nice Italian espresso.
1 person found it helpfulSep 8th, 2019This wine exceeded my expectations. For an $8 bottle from Trader Joe’s I set the bar low, but this wine surprisingly had some beautiful, fairly complex flavors. Cherry and plum are notes, with mice over lays of vanilla, nutmeg and some hazelnut. Nothing too over powering on the palate. For the price, it’s pretty darn good and would get better with age. Letting it breathe for a bit helped as well.
This wine exceeded my expectations. For an $8 bottle from Trader Joe’s I set the bar low, but this wine surprisingly had some beautiful, fairly complex flavors. Cherry and plum are notes, with mice over lays of vanilla, nutmeg and some hazelnut. Nothing too over powering on the palate. For the price, it’s pretty darn good and would get better with age. Letting it breathe for a bit helped as well.
1 person found it helpfulJul 8th, 2018
Fior di Vino – Chianti Classico Riserva
Chianti Classico DOCG – Tuscany – Italy 🇮🇹
Overview
A Chianti Classico Riserva built on Sangiovese (typical blend), aged a minimum of 24 months, allowing early tertiary complexity to emerge while preserving vibrant fruit and structure. A balanced, traditional expression with clear regional identity.
Aromas & Flavors
Ripe red cherry at the core, layered with subtle white spices, dried herbs, and earthy undertones. Early tertiary notes begin to weave into the profile.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with elevated acidity and structured tannins. Balanced and textural, with a firm yet approachable palate and a clean, persistent finish.
Food Pairings
Perfect with red sauce pasta, Bolognese, lasagna, and classic Tuscan dishes. Also great with roasted meats and aged cheeses.
Verdict
A reliable, well-structured Chianti Classico Riserva that delivers classic Sangiovese character. Balanced, food-friendly, and a safe, satisfying pairing wine.
🍷 Did You Know?
Chianti Classico Riserva must age for at least 24 months, which helps develop those early tertiary notes while maintaining Sangiovese’s signature acidity.
Fior di Vino – Chianti Classico Riserva
Chianti Classico DOCG – Tuscany – Italy 🇮🇹
Overview
A Chianti Classico Riserva built on Sangiovese (typical blend), aged a minimum of 24 months, allowing early tertiary complexity to emerge while preserving vibrant fruit and structure. A balanced, traditional expression with clear regional identity.
Aromas & Flavors
Ripe red cherry at the core, layered with subtle white spices, dried herbs, and earthy undertones. Early tertiary notes begin to weave into the profile.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with elevated acidity and structured tannins. Balanced and textural, with a firm yet approachable palate and a clean, persistent finish.
Food Pairings
Perfect with red sauce pasta, Bolognese, lasagna, and classic Tuscan dishes. Also great with roasted meats and aged cheeses.
Verdict
A reliable, well-structured Chianti Classico Riserva that delivers classic Sangiovese character. Balanced, food-friendly, and a safe, satisfying pairing wine.
🍷 Did You Know?
Chianti Classico Riserva must age for at least 24 months, which helps develop those early tertiary notes while maintaining Sangiovese’s signature acidity.
The OG
Color: dark, thick red
Smell: dark berries, cherry, pepper
Taste: dry, dark cherry, smokey, earthy, muddy
Acidity: high
Tannins: high
The OG
Color: dark, thick red
Smell: dark berries, cherry, pepper
Taste: dry, dark cherry, smokey, earthy, muddy
Acidity: high
Tannins: high
Great with chili dogs on memorial weekend.
Great with chili dogs on memorial weekend.
May 30th, 2023I basically needed it to make my wine pasta dish
I basically needed it to make my wine pasta dish
Feb 4th, 2022