Producer | Castello di Bossi |
Country | Italy |
Region | Tuscany |
Subregion | Chianti |
Varietal | Sangiovese |
Vintage | 2021 |
Sku | 39068 |
Size | 750ml |
If you're a fan of classic Italian reds, you don't want to miss this Chianti Classico from the famed Castello di Bossi. Their elegant yet intensely flavored wines place them firmly among the top handful of Italian producers, with the best vintages of their Chianti Classico often approaching Brunello di Montalcino in terms of complexity and potential for longevity. Such is the case for the 2021 vintage, just listed in the Wine Spectator Insider Weekly as the Value Pick of the Week! Its aromatic intensity, definition and total sense of finesse is a dead ringer for a young Brunello di Montalcino! Classic aromas of dark cherries, plums, sweet spice, violets, vanilla and hints of dark chocolate emerge on the nose. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied but smooth with an almost creamy mouthfeel. Tannins are well integrated with the alcohol, and lead to a silky finish.
"This bright red is saturated with cherry, raspberry, graphite and tobacco flavors, lifted by dense, well-mannered tannins that leave an impact on the finish. Fresh and focused. Best from 2027 through 2042." The Wine Spectator, 93 Points
"Aromas of red plums, dried lavender and new leather followed by forest floor, dried orange peel, and a hint of terra-cotta. Medium-bodied, firm yet fine-grained tannins with crisp acidity. Subtle mineral finish. Nice depth with layers. From organically grown grapes." James Suckling, 92 Points