Sweet red cherries, flowers, licorice and tobacco are some of the notes that emerge from the 2008 Chianti Classico. This is an attractive, lithe Chianti best suited to near-term drinking. The understated finish adds to the wine’s polished personality. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2018.
Importer: Dalla Terra, Napa, CA; tel. (707) 259-5405