Wine Selection
Felsina Berardenga Chianti Classico Riserva (DOCG) 2016 (Italy: Tuscany) (ID# 3368)
| Name | Felsina Berardenga Chianti Classico Riserva (DOCG) 2016 (ID# 3368) | |||
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| Varietal | Sangiovese | |||
| Region | Italy: Tuscany | |||
| Notes | "Streamlined and elegant, this mid-weight red trots out notes of grilled herb and dark fruit nuances that segue to spice, tilled earth and savory tobacco, with great complexity. This beautiful wine boasts all the best qualities of this vintage. It shows elegance and power, two contrasting characteristics that only work well together in the world's most achieved expressions. The most satisfying aspect of this Riserva is the crisp acidity on the close that keeps the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip." (Wine Advocate) | |||
Additional Notes "A smoky, sweet, herb-, cherry- and currant-laced red, with dusty tannins adding support. Starts out rich, turning lean and slightly austere on the long finish of tea and sweet smoke. Best from 2020 through 2033. 21,666 cases made." (Wine Spectator) "The 2016 Chianti Classico Berardenga is a stellar, joyous wine. Bold, powerful and ample, with a good deal of finesse for such a big wine, the 2016 shows why this is such a compelling vintage for Chianti Classico. Leather, game, smoke, tobacco and licorice infuse a wine that oozes Sangiovese character. The 2016 needs a few years in bottle to be at its best, but is already pretty alluring. Moreover, this is a fabulous expression of the estate. Don't miss it." (Antonio Galloni, Vinous) "This is a very cedary Chianti Classico, the wood showing prominently, but also showing beautiful dried rose petals and orange rind. Full-bodied with structured tannins and a chewy finish. Drink in 2023." (James Suckling) |
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| Price | $39.99 |
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| Scores | Press* | Points | Other | Gold Star |
| WA: | 94 pts | |||
| WS: | 93 pts | |||
| WE: | 92 pts | Cellar Selection | ||
| Other | ABV% | Body | Oak | Bio/Natural/Org/Sus |
| 13.5 | Medium | Light | Organic | |
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DEC = Decanter
JS = James Suckling
VIN = Vinous
WA = Wine Advocate (Robert Parker)
WE = Wine Enthusiast
WS = Wine Spectator
W&S = Wine & Spirits Magazine