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$20, 5 stars, 92 points, chianti classico, Italy, sangiovese
Medium ruby colored with some slight staining and medium viscosity (14% ABV). Aromas of cherry, tar, damp leaf and charred oak with loganberry and anise supporting. The palate is dry with high viscosity and med (+) tannins that are a touch hard. The enamel on my teeth is begging for mercy. A rather full body will certainly fool the uninitiated- just because it’s not a dark and opaque red doesn’t mean it can’t have a kick. The slightly tart red fruit is evident as is the oak and some searing tannins on the mid palate. Young, this one needs a few years to mellow out and start tertiary development as well softening of the tannins. It should age particularly well considering its towering structure with a drinking window of 2026-2033. I will be generous and see into my crystal ball- 92 points for $20 this Sangiovese gets it 5 stars, just give it time. Pasta is an obvious choice, as is grilled red meat with good marbling. Salut….
