Chianti Classico Riserva 2001

Capannelle (Italy)

Chianti Classico (Tuscany)

Sangiovese, Colorino, Canaiolo Nero
Red Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✧

This Chianti Classico shows an intense ruby red color and nuances of garnet red, little transparency. The nose reveals intense, clean, pleasing, refined and elegant aromas which start with hints of black cherry and plum followed by aromas of violet, black currant, blackberry, blueberry, vanilla, tobacco, licorice, chocolate, cinnamon and hints of menthol. The mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a tannic attack and however balanced by alcohol, full body, intense flavors, agreeable. The finish is persistent with flavors of black cherry, plum and blueberry. A well made wine. This Chianti Classico ages for 18 months in cask.

Alcohol: 13%

Roasted meat, Stewed and braised meat, Hard cheese

Suggested glass	18 °C (64 °F)
(Full Bodied and Very Mature Red Wines)

Issue 39, March 2006

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