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Rocca delle Macie Chianti Classico Riservatext
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16¾/20

Rocca delle Macie Chianti Classico Riserva 2001

Tuscany, ItalyBig black cherry, gamey, peppery, violet, licorice and orange zest nose with some saddle leather and cardamom. Rich, round and ripe with supple, grainy tannins. Lots of ripe black cherry, plum, licorice, clove, tobacco and leather flavours with some cherry pudding on the finish. Young, balanced, and stylish with good elegance. Can age and improve for 2-5 years. A very good riserva at a fair price.Tasted: 13 August 2005Tasted by: Stuart TobePrices:
BC$32.95750mlSpecialty
Producer: Rocca delle Macìe S.p.A.Distributors: Appellation Wine Marketing
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Grape: SangioveseCSPC: 296129UPC: 8002305008271