Lots of flavor, but low acids and a bit flabby, like many 18s. Nose shows wet gravel earthiness, dark cherry ooze, a bit of leather. In the mouth it’s ripe and soft, not as vibrant or structured as one usually wants/expects, but doesn’t skimp on flavor. Drink soon.
Lots of flavor, but low acids and a bit flabby, like many 18s. Nose shows wet gravel earthiness, dark cherry ooze, a bit of leather. In the mouth it’s ripe and soft, not as vibrant or structured as one usually wants/expects, but doesn’t skimp on flavor. Drink soon.
Sep 7th, 2024
Basilica Caffaggio is one of the more famous producers located in the Western Sector of Chianti Classico’s Panzano UGA; specifically the middle elevation band of San Martino in Cecione (approx. 300m elevation). The geology is largely shale.
Popped and poured. The 2018 Caffaggio Chianti Classico pours a bright ruby color with a transparent core and a slightly watery rim; medium viscosity. No obvious staining of the tears and no signs of particles or gas. On the nose, the wine is intense. Funky cherry, red flowers, dried earth, bergamot, and minerals. On the palate, the wine is dry and structure is medium+ across the board. The fruits and non-fruits are confirmed with loads of minerals; there is a long savory finish. A very nice Chianti Classico that fits the bill. Drink now or over the next 10 years.
Basilica Caffaggio is one of the more famous producers located in the Western Sector of Chianti Classico’s Panzano UGA; specifically the middle elevation band of San Martino in Cecione (approx. 300m elevation). The geology is largely shale.
Popped and poured. The 2018 Caffaggio Chianti Classico pours a bright ruby color with a transparent core and a slightly watery rim; medium viscosity. No obvious staining of the tears and no signs of particles or gas. On the nose, the wine is intense. Funky cherry, red flowers, dried earth, bergamot, and minerals. On the palate, the wine is dry and structure is medium+ across the board. The fruits and non-fruits are confirmed with loads of minerals; there is a long savory finish. A very nice Chianti Classico that fits the bill. Drink now or over the next 10 years.
May 10th, 2023
Nostalgic. What a wine, 10 years is prime. Lfggggggggg Italia (vs Austria 2021 euro).
Nostalgic. What a wine, 10 years is prime. Lfggggggggg Italia (vs Austria 2021 euro).
Jun 26th, 2021
Give Italian wine time to age… and it can’t be beat.
This is fantastic.
Can’t believe Ric bought this in Tuscany, in 2008. 👀
So. So. Good.
Give Italian wine time to age… and it can’t be beat.
This is fantastic.
Can’t believe Ric bought this in Tuscany, in 2008. 👀
So. So. Good.
Jun 26th, 2021
Love this wine Sangiovese at its best! Sour cherry dark fruits and hints of vanilla and old wine soaked wood
Love this wine Sangiovese at its best! Sour cherry dark fruits and hints of vanilla and old wine soaked wood
1 person found it helpfulJul 6th, 2015
Bright dark raspberry nose. Ooooh! Tight. Gritty. Tight. you need to open this up. not much white rock. A lot of things going on here. Still tight.
Bright dark raspberry nose. Ooooh! Tight. Gritty. Tight. you need to open this up. not much white rock. A lot of things going on here. Still tight.
1 person found it helpfulJan 6th, 2014This wine brings me right back to Tuscany! Sour cherry vanilla wine cellar and more!
This wine brings me right back to Tuscany! Sour cherry vanilla wine cellar and more!
Nov 11th, 2014
A bit bretty. Spicey red fruits and dusty tannins. Well worth it's price.
A bit bretty. Spicey red fruits and dusty tannins. Well worth it's price.
Feb 27th, 2014
Sight: opaque ruby
Nose: tobacco, 2nd nose: raspberry, cherry
Mouth: low tannins, low acidity, smooth, granite
Sight: opaque ruby
Nose: tobacco, 2nd nose: raspberry, cherry
Mouth: low tannins, low acidity, smooth, granite
Apr 18th, 2025
spicy, leather notes, dark cherry, earthy smell
spicy, leather notes, dark cherry, earthy smell
Feb 21st, 2025
Chianti Classico, Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
