The greatest attribute of the 2012 Chianti Classico Casanuova is the clean and focused approach it offers to both the nose and mouth. The wine is bursting with red cherry and pressed rose with very slight dustings of dusty earth and grilled herb at the back.

An earthy style, with a buried core of cherry that picks up tobacco, leather and tar notes, accented by earthy hints. Dusty tannins guard the moderate finish. Drink now through 2017. 2,700 cases made, 150 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add

The 2011 Chianti Classico Casanuova di Nittardi is a stylish and shapely expression of Sangiovese with dark cherry, licorice, pressed rose petal, tobacco and moist earth. The wine feels smooth and clean with aromas that are very characteristics of this great grape from Tuscany. Silky tannins and balanced acidity give the wine a sense of lasting equilibrium.

Spicy and savory, with cherry and raspberry flavors emerging the wine plays out on the palate. The tannins are on the gritty side, with a rustic finish. Best from 2017 through 2025. 75 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add

Aromatic and pretty, featuring flowers and blueberry. Full-bodied, with light tannins and a subtle, yet intensely fruity, finish. Very good for the vintage. Drink now. 2,500 cases made, 500 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add