Spicy new oak competes with ripe strawberry/cherry fruit in this medium-bodied, dense, tannic Chianti. The attack and mid-palate are concentrated and impressive, and the finish is firm. Give this Chianti another 6 months of bottle age, and drink it over the following 6-7 years. A Marc de Grazia Selection, imported by Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300

Good, ripe berry aromas with a barnyard and earth undertone. Medium-bodied and round, with a slightly dry, woody finish that detracts. Drink now. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.??–JS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add