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Anthony Gismondi on Wine
Castello di Gabbiano Chianti Classico Riservatext
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15½/20

Castello di Gabbiano Chianti Classico Riserva 1999

Tuscany, ItalySlightly riper than the regular version with more roasted sausage and coffee prune notes. Richer intensity but with big dry tannins and a resiny, bitter almond, cherry fruit flavoured finish. A bit old-fashioned and thus will need time to settle the dry tannins. Otherwise enjoy now with a big T-bone steak. Somewhat disappointing for a 1999.Tasted: 25 April 2003Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$24.99750mlSpecialty
Producer: Castello di GabbianoDistributors: Mark Anthony Wines and Spirits
Grape: SangioveseUPC: 089819503223