The 2008 Chianti Colli Senesi is a gorgeous wine laced with expressive, varietal fruit. Made in a fresh, mid-weight style, it is best suited to near-term drinking. Flowers, licorice and tobacco linger on the finish. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2013.
Castello di Farnatella is the entry-level line from Felsina, one of the most respected producers in Tuscany, and Italy, for that matter.
Various American importers, including: Polaner Selections, Mt. Kisco, NY; tel. (914) 244-0404; Wine Warehouse, City of Commerce, CA; tel. (323) 724-1700; Maverick Wine Company, Binseville, IL; tel. (630) 860-4600; Prestige Wine Cellar, Dallas, TX; tel. (214) 823-9272; DeLuca Liquor & Wine Nevada Wine Agents, North Las Vegas, NV; tel. (702) 669-3916; Baroness Wine Distributors, Denver, CO; tel. (303)934-1300; Transatlantic/Southern Wine & Spirits, Miramar, FL; tel. (305) 625-4171; Bacchus Importers, Baltimore, MD; tel. (410) 633-0400