Gabbiano Cavaliere d'Oro Riserva Chianti Classico 2018

Gabbiano Cavaliere d'Oro Riserva Chianti Classicotext

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Tuscany, ItalyThis is surprisingly evolved, with mushroom, earth, and leather over top of lifted dried red cherry fruit. The palate is similarly developed, with a resolved character to the tannins. The fading fruit suggests this is starting to exit its drinking window, with an oxidative note that lingers on the finish.Tasted: 13 December 2024Tasted by: Prices:

BC	$23.99	750ml	select private wine shops
AB	$22.95	750ml	select private retailers

Producer: Castello di GabbianoDistributors: Mark Anthony Wines and Spirits
Blend: Sangiovese - MerlotCSPC: 479337UPC: 089819503223

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Gabbiano Cavaliere d'Oro Riserva Chianti Classico 2018

Tuscany, ItalyWith its ruby garnet hue, this 6 year old Chianti Classico offers a somewhat developed nose of prunes and dates blended with five spices, sarsaparilla, and cinnamon. Smooth and concentrated on the palate, the acidity is softened while warming alcohol makes its presence felt. Drinking well now, this wine is not expected to evolve positively further.Tasted: 13 December 2024Tasted by: Prices:

BC	$23.99	750ml	select private wine shops
AB	$22.95	750ml	select private retailers

Producer: Castello di GabbianoDistributors: Mark Anthony Wines and Spirits
Blend: Sangiovese - MerlotCSPC: 479337UPC: 089819503223

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Gabbiano Cavaliere d'Oro Riserva Chianti Classico 2018

Tuscany, ItalyThis opens with a 2018 hit of warmth and ripeness, including a touch of maroon at the rim. The palate is full-flavoured with dark plums, mushrooms, baked cherries, and balsamico. A surprising amount of tannins suggests this wine could be cellared for three to five years. You can drink it now with a sugo or roasted vegetables. The mix is 95/5 sangiovese/merlot from various Tuscan estates. It spent ten months in oak casks and 225L barrels (10% new) and was given another year in bottle before release.Tasted: 30 June 2023Tasted by: Prices:

BC	$23.99	750ml	select private wine shops
AB	$22.95	750ml	select private retailers

Producer: Castello di GabbianoDistributors: Mark Anthony Wines and Spirits
Blend: Sangiovese - MerlotCSPC: 479337UPC: 089819503223

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Gabbiano Cavaliere d'Oro Riserva Chianti Classico 2018

Tuscany, ItalySangiovese is tipped with 5% merlot in this Riserva, with fruit coming off various estate plots, each fermented separately in small stainless tanks. Half went through MLF in stainless, with the remainder in wood, before aging for ten months in oak casks and 225L barrels (10% new). The wine rested in a bottle one year before release. There's a slight browning to the ripe fruit, with some baked plum, leather, and hoisin on the fuller palate, wrapped with sticky, ample tannins. The finish wraps up quickly with a dusting of nutmeg and clove. Drink now, ideally with roasted root veg/lamb.Tasted: 14 July 2023Tasted by: Prices:

BC	$23.99	750ml	select private wine shops
AB	$22.95	750ml	select private retailers

Producer: Castello di GabbianoDistributors: Mark Anthony Wines and Spirits
Blend: Sangiovese - MerlotCSPC: 479337UPC: 089819503223

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