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Ricasoli 'Rocca Guicciarda' Chianti Classico Riserva, Tuscany, Italy
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BC CSPC: BC CSPC Code -6817

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Succulent, earthy, fresh.
The Riserva tier is the second highest level of Chianti Classico wines after Gran Selezione. This one, from Ricasoli has distinctive succulence on the nose. Smoked meat and chocolate, a mix of small red and black berries, vanilla, roses, cedar and pipe tobacco aromas dominate. The palate is more restrained; the tannins have more chew, there's an earthiness and a mash-up of tangy red fruit, tobacco, cedar and cocoa flavours.

Recommended Pairings
Rich Meats , Cheese - Hard/Aged, Good First Impressions, Cellar Keepers, Italian Food, Tomatoes and Tomato Sauces

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Wine Diva reviewed - 2022-10-11 13:41:11.0

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