Santa Margherita
Riserva Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend
Chianti Classico, Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
Savory elements currants and tar on this 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva with compote fruit spice
Savory elements currants and tar on this 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva with compote fruit spice
Jan 31st, 2015I took a very small sip to taste and I am excited to try a full glass (or two or three) next time.
I took a very small sip to taste and I am excited to try a full glass (or two or three) next time.
Aug 22nd, 2015
One dimensional. I guess I expected more complexity from a 2008.
One dimensional. I guess I expected more complexity from a 2008.
Aug 13th, 2015Drinkable session wine, a lá The Sun Also Rises. No punch, no power, but could drink for hours before, during, and after a meal. Or before, during, and after watching bullfights.
Drinkable session wine, a lá The Sun Also Rises. No punch, no power, but could drink for hours before, during, and after a meal. Or before, during, and after watching bullfights.
Apr 28th, 2015
As a fan of Sangiovese, I thought I would be more thrilled than I am. Good, savory, almost salty green olive taste, but a tad bitter for my tastes. Overall enjoyment, however.
As a fan of Sangiovese, I thought I would be more thrilled than I am. Good, savory, almost salty green olive taste, but a tad bitter for my tastes. Overall enjoyment, however.
Apr 28th, 2015
Like it. Good value. Medium bodied but still good.
Like it. Good value. Medium bodied but still good.
Jan 8th, 2015Pretty good chianti I typically don't like reserves as much because they are so bold but this one wasn't too much. 2008 vintage.
Pretty good chianti I typically don't like reserves as much because they are so bold but this one wasn't too much. 2008 vintage.
Nov 24th, 2014
