October focus: New Releases of Chianti Classico 2018 & Super Tuscan 2019
"Readers will find much to choose from in both 2018 and 2019, two very different vintages full of highlights... the top wines in this report are utterly breathtaking, Chianti Classico and Chianti also offer the consumer so many exceptional everyday values." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous
October focus: New Releases of Chianti Classico 2018 & Super Tuscan 2019
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Le Cinciole Chianti Classico
(6x150cl)
2018
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Tuscany | - | 17.5 (JR) | HK$2,080.00 | ||||
Jancis Robinson (17.5)Panzano in Chianti. 100% Sangiovese grown at 450 m above sea level. Spontaneous fermentation in concrete tanks and aged in large oak casks. Lustrous, youthful crimson. Deep dark and minerally cherry nose with hints of raspberries. Compact tangy cherry and raspberry fruit that really deepens on the palate while keeping its nervy intensity. Coating tannins complement the whole. |
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Poggio Scalette Il Carbonaione
(6x150cl)
2018
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Tuscany | - | 97 (JS) | HK$4,480.00 | ||||
James Suckling (97)Intense aromas of blue fruit, lavender and violets. Some sandalwood, too. Full-bodied with firm, silky tannins and beautiful fruit. Really racy and refined with excellent length. Drinkable now, but a few years of bottle age will make it even more beautiful. Try after 2023. |