
90POINTS
16½/20







Frescobaldi Tenuta di Castiglioni 2008
Tuscany, ItalyCassis, peppery, black berry, olive, liquorice, floral, spicy, meaty, thyme, oregano, vanilla, aromas. Ripe, full, round and supple palate with good finesse and juicy acidity. Floral, cassis, plum, black berry, coffee, vanilla, dried herbs, olive and tobacco flavours. A balanced effort with fine fruit and concentration. Drink now or keep for 2-4 years. Mostly Bordeaux varieties with a bit of sangiovese.Tasted: 23 March 2011Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:BC | $26.99 | 750ml | specialty listing |
AB | $25.00 | 750ml | fine wine boutiques |
ON | $22.99 | 750ml | |
QC | $26.70 | 750ml |
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet Franc - Merlot - Petit VerdotCSPC: 380824UPC: 08007425000334