Estimate
Ample and explosive in the glass, with tremendous resonance, the 2017 is off the charts gorgeous... Macerated dark cherry, spice, leather, menthol and a whole range of balsamic inflections fill out the layers in a dramatic, towering Chianti Classico Riserva. In a word: stunning.
Enticing aromas of ripe black-skinned fruit, iris, new leather and camphor lead the nose. It's smooth, structured and has great energy for such a hot vintage, offering flavors of dried cherry, raspberry compote, blood orange and tobacco set against taut refined tannins.
Bright and woven with strawberry and cherry fruit, this red is also supple and lively. Earth, mineral and wild thyme elements add detail. A swath of dusty tannins lingers on the finish, yet the ripe fruit returns, giving equilibrium and length.
A fruity, tangy Chianti Classico with dried-cherry, chocolate and light walnut character. Medium-bodied, savory and delicious with walnut and leaf character at the finish.
Concentrated balsamic, savoury cherry nose with a hint of tobacco leaf. Opens up with aeration. Profound cherry fruit with powdery tannins. Powerfully structured and almost a little tart on the end and with subtle raspberry finish.