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From Chianti Classico 2013 & 2012: The Luck of the Draw (Sep 2015)
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Rocca Di Montegrossi Despite being located in one of the very best areas within
Rocca di Montegrossi 2006 Vin Santo
Chianti Classico and boasting a superb track record, Rocca di Montegrossi remains one of the most under the radar estates
Gaiole in Chianti, Tuscany
in Chianti Classico, and Italy, for that matter. Proprietor Marco
Sweet White wine from Italy
Ricasoli-Firidolfi crafts deep, powerful wines that capture the
Drinking window: 2015 - 2026
prized for the personality and pedigree of its reds. The estate's
essence of Monti, a sub-zone of Gaiole that has long been Chianti Classico is often one of the best wines in its class, while
Rocca di Montegrossi often makes one of the richest Vin Santos in Chianti
the flagship San Marcellino and Geremia are reliably
Classico. The 2006 is a bit less opulent than is often the case, but that just
outstanding.
means the Vin Santo is not a blockbuster. Voluptuous and beautifully layered throughout, the 2006 offers an attractive infusion of dried herbs, wild flowers, coconut, mint and leather, all wrapped around a core of dark, deeply spiced fruit.
Grape/Blend Malvasia Bianca Release price $100.00
Antonio Galloni. Tasting date: July 2015 Š 2015 Vinous Media
Cases Produced (12 bottles/case) 295