Decant Stop Tasting Wine Blog

We had this with pizza and it went well.  Later, after the taste of the pizza was gone, the wine was basically pleasent but unmemorable.  I would call this typical run of the mill chianti.  We bought it on sale resently for $10, but retailed for $20 upon release.  I’m very glad I didn’t pay full price.  Not bad, really, but you can do better for the money.

Rating:  89

Price:  $10-20

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According to Robert Parker: “Le Cinciole is one of my favorite Chianti Classico estates, and its wines epitomize fragrant, elegant high-altitude Sangiovese. Those looking for sheer beef may be disappointed, but for finesse, focus, and personality these wines are hard to beat in their zone.” According to Wine Spectator “Attractive blackberry and floral aromas. Full-bodied, round and fruity with lots of fruit character from spices to licorice. Enologist Stefano Chioccioli is now here and it shows. Drink now.” (10/05)