Castello di Gabbiano Chianti Classico 2012

Name: Castello di Gabbiano

Variety: Chianti Classico

Country:  Tuscany, Italy

Year: 2012

Price: $15

Bottles Finished: 1

Wine review: 90 Points from Kerin O’Keefe: Kerin O’Keefe “This vibrant selection offers floral and fruit fragrances of violet and red berry. The palate delivers juicy red cherry flavor, with white pepper and nutmeg accents alongside bracing tannins that should soften over the next year or two. Perfect to match with barbecues or pastas topped with dense sauces.”

My review: I love this Old World wine, truly fantastic! On the nose, hints of oak followed red cherry, black pepper, and some plum. The wine became increasingly aromatic the longer it set out. Upon washing the palate, oak becomes a more prominent feature with black pepper spices as it first hits the tongue. Earthy and dusty tannins.

Rating: 

Straight Flush