Chianti Montalbano Cantina del Farnio 2003

Betti (Italy)

Sangiovese (90%), Cabernet Sauvignon, Canaiolo Nero, Trebbiano Toscano (10%)
Red Wine	Score: ✧✧✭

The wine shows a brilliant ruby red color and nuances of ruby red, moderate transparency. The nose denotes intense, clean and pleasing aromas which start with hints of black cherry, raspberry and violet followed by aromas of plum, blueberry and cyclamen. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a slightly tannic and crisp attack however balanced, good body, intense flavors. The finish is persistent with flavors of raspberry and black cherry. This Chianti ages for 6 months in cask and for 2 months in bottle.
Alcohol: 12.5%
Broiled meat and barbecue, Stewed meat, Hard cheese
Suggested glass	17 °C (62 °F)
(Bodied or Mature Red Wines)
Issue 25, December 2004