91POINTS
16¾/20
Frescobaldi Montesodi Riserva Castello di Nipozzano Chianti Rufina 2006
Tuscany, ItalyClassic earthy/meaty, cedar, vanilla, black cherry and earthy savoury aromas. Rich, round, dry, slightly grainy tannins with fresh acidity. Smoky, mushroom, peppery, vanilla, smoky, black cherry, cedar, earthy, meaty flavours. Good concentration but very young with some youthful tannins to shed. Needs 5-7 years or serve with grilled beef with rosemary. Classic style sangiovese for the purists.Tasted: 17 May 2010Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $56.00 | 750ml | specialty listing |
ON | $59.95 | 750ml | Vintages |
QC | $134.00 | 750ml | |
QC | $269.00 | 750ml | |
AB | $53.00 | 750ml | fine wine shops |
Grape: SangioveseCSPC: 365536UPC: 8007425000297