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Brolio Chianti Classico Riserva 2016

Barone Ricasoli, Tuscany, Italy

Barone Ricasoli
Tuscany Italy
  • 91
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  • Moment

  • Country ranking ?

    341

  • Producer ranking ?

    13

  • Decanting time

    2h

  • When to drink

    2020-2035

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Tasting note

color

Medium and Ruby red

ending

Long, Pure and Lingering

flavors

Cranberry, Cherry, Waxy, Earthy, Mineral and Floral

nose

Youthful, Pure, Fresh and Refined

taste

Average in Acidity, Perfectly balanced, Concentrated, Well-Integrated, Youthful, Full-bodied, Focused, Elegant, Fresh and Drying tannins

Verdict

Sophisticated and Fine

Written Notes

Good looking normal size bottle. Colour is ruby red and medium. On the nose it is open, youthful, refined, fresh, pure and charming. The taste is fresh, focused, elegant, silky, fragrant, refined, with drying tannins, and average in acidity, full-bodied, with perfectly balanced, well-structured, well-integrated,satin texture, concentrated, complex structure and youthful. On the palate it is layered and has cherry, cranberry, earthy, floral, waxy and mineral flavours. The finish is long, lingering, pure and vibrant. This wine is sophisticated and fine. Perfectly stored bottles are still very worthy and will last well for another 10-15 years and decant at least 2h before tasting.
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Information

Origin

Chianti, Tuscany

Grapes

15% Merlot
5% Cabernet Sauvignon
80% Sangiovese

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