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Castello di Albola Chianti Classico Riservatext
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16½/20

Castello di Albola Chianti Classico Riserva 2015

Tuscany, ItalyIt's arguably never been a more confusing time to buy Chianti Classico, but this Riserva provides a good reason to look past the noise. It has an attractive nose that just exudes sangiovese with dried sour cherry, crushed rose petals, and sandalwood. There's also a subtle, sappy oak note, thanks to aging 40 percent in French oak and 60 percent in large traditional Slavonian oak casks. The tannins are surprisingly fine for sangiovese, with fresh acidity, and integrated 13.5% abv. A well balanced, seamless wine.Tasted: 16 October 2019Tasted by: Geoffrey Moss MWPrices:
BC$29.99750mlestimated retail
QC$24.95750mlSAQ
NS$34.95750mlNSLC
Producer: Castello di Albola Radda in ChiantiDistributors: Summit Fine Wines
Grape: SangioveseCSPC: 98095UPC: 8002235646659
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