The opaque ruby/purple-colored 1998 Chianti Classico Grosso Senese is rich and multilayered, with copious quantities of blackberry and cassis fruit mixed with cherries, licorice, pain grille, and spice. This dense Chianti will benefit from 1-2 years of cellaring, and last for 14-15 years. Bravo! A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411

Lots of toasted oak in this fruity red. Medium-bodied, with light tannins and a vanilla aftertaste. Slightly acidic on the finish from too much wood, but good. Needs food. Drink now. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 1,000 cases made.??–JS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add