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Barone Ricasoli Rocca Guicciarda Chianti Classico Riserva 2007

Chianti Classico (Sangiovese) Chianti Classico (Sangiovese)
Tuscany, Italy

$24.95 (943613)

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October 29, 2011

Critic Reviews (1)

John Szabo, MS
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John Szabo, MS

Evidently serious, spicy, evolved but still lively example of Chianti Riserva here from Ricasoli, with abundant dried...

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Edward Rasiulis
Edward Rasiulis

Dark ruby in colour with a medium intense nose.

Positives: Classic Chianti with sour cherry, cedar, dried herbs, blackberry, Conifer spice, red & black pepper. This wine has medium+ tannins with good acidity, medium body & medium+ length.

Negatives: None.

Pair this wine with traditional Italian tomato based dishes.

Tasted: 29 Oct 11

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Score: 9+/10, Value: 9+/10, Total: 18.5/20

Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 4

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Stephan W
Stephan W

First attempt at Chianti was a great one ! Really enjoyed the complexity of this wine. Decanted for an hour and a half before I started enjoying it. Tasted even better after 2 hours. Clearly made for drinking with food, especially cheese. Tasted March 2013

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Dan Sturgeon
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26-N0v-11

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