91POINTS
16¾/20
Barone Ricasoli Castello di Brolio Chianti Classico 1997
Florence, Tuscany, ItalyCigar, gamey, peppery, mineral, floral, cherry jam aromas with some savoury prune notes. Dry, round, elegant and warm. Cigar, licorice root, black cherry, orange compote, resiny, smoky flavours. A touch tight with a warm, dry finish. Needs a few years yet but has fine balance.Tasted: 13 November 2005Tasted by: Stuart TobePrices:BC | $54.90 | 750ml |
Grape: SangioveseCSPC: 555649UPC: 00618109 117514