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Riserva Chianti Sangiovese - Cabernet Sauvignon Blend
Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
Simple, solid. Dusty cherry, a tad too bitter
Simple, solid. Dusty cherry, a tad too bitter
Feb 1st, 2019
Fresh cherry, raspberry and red fruit, very young, from an Italian winery that’s been making Chianti since the 1700s. This particualr vintage was a basic, easy drinker that will be much better in 5 years. Scarlet red colour, light, dusty nose. Decanted for an hour before drinking.
Fresh cherry, raspberry and red fruit, very young, from an Italian winery that’s been making Chianti since the 1700s. This particualr vintage was a basic, easy drinker that will be much better in 5 years. Scarlet red colour, light, dusty nose. Decanted for an hour before drinking.
1 person found it helpfulMar 25th, 2019
Undoubtably an amazing #pizzawine
Undoubtably an amazing #pizzawine
1 person found it helpfulJun 11th, 2017
The oak and cherries really come together nicely on this one. Not very complex, but man it's good.
The oak and cherries really come together nicely on this one. Not very complex, but man it's good.
1 person found it helpfulJan 11th, 2015
Blend of Sangiovese (85%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (15%). Bright garnet color with a ruby core. Aromas of red and black berry fruit with notes of violets. Cooked blackberry and black raspberry fruit on the palate with hints of sweet spices, dried herbs and wet soil. Medium-minus finish and body. A bit low on acidity. Reasonable for its price point. Thanks for sharing, Chris B!
Blend of Sangiovese (85%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (15%). Bright garnet color with a ruby core. Aromas of red and black berry fruit with notes of violets. Cooked blackberry and black raspberry fruit on the palate with hints of sweet spices, dried herbs and wet soil. Medium-minus finish and body. A bit low on acidity. Reasonable for its price point. Thanks for sharing, Chris B!
May 19th, 2025
Well balanced medium bodied red. Having it at home in England with home made anchovy pizza! Great pairing.
Well balanced medium bodied red. Having it at home in England with home made anchovy pizza! Great pairing.
Mar 22nd, 2025
Possibly could have done with a bit of aerating. Decent enough - slightly oaky edge to it that needed air, flavours of cherry through it. Smooth enough.
Possibly could have done with a bit of aerating. Decent enough - slightly oaky edge to it that needed air, flavours of cherry through it. Smooth enough.
Aug 19th, 2024Interesting bottle shape. Bright ruby color. Aromas of red raspberry, strawberry and sour cranberry fruit with slight touches of violets and menthol. More cooked berry fruit on the palate with hints of tobacco and pepper spice. Very earthy (but a bit short) finish. Vibrant acidity which is somewhat sharp. Thanks for opening this one, Chris B!
Interesting bottle shape. Bright ruby color. Aromas of red raspberry, strawberry and sour cranberry fruit with slight touches of violets and menthol. More cooked berry fruit on the palate with hints of tobacco and pepper spice. Very earthy (but a bit short) finish. Vibrant acidity which is somewhat sharp. Thanks for opening this one, Chris B!
Jun 7th, 2024