Category: Chianti Classico
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2020 Castello di Ama “Ama” Chianti Classico [Rating 4/5 | $27]
This is another reference Chianti Classico. It makes good to great wines along all the range, from the entry level to the top-of-line Gran Selezione, which is very expensive. This is their entry level Chianti Classico, which is already not inexpensive, retailing for around $25-27, but it is also one of the fuller-body and richer…
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2020 Felsina Chianti Classico [Rating: 3/5 | $ 20]
This is one of my favorite Chianti Classico producers. I am very familiar with their straight Chianti Classico, their Riserva, and their special riserva, Rancia. This wine was ruby, medium intensity on the darker side. Plum, tobacco, strawberry jam in the nose and palate. Also sage and spice box. Medium body, with very intense aromatics.…
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2020 Monte Bernardi “Retromarcia” Chianti Classico [Rating: 3/5 | $ 21]
Ruby with a hint of purple, medium intensity color. The nose is medium intense, initially with plums and a hint of animal notes. On the palate it is rich with cherries, but also some smokiness/veggie flavor. It is very tannic and with upfront acidity. Very long finish, with drying tannins but a lot of fruit…
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