2018 Istine Chianti Classico DOCG
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The Istine 2018 Chianti Classico (made with organic fruit) is a steady and classic expression that delivers plenty of varietal purity. The wine sports bright forest berry and cherry with crushed flowers and dusty limestone. It is balanced and mid-weight in intensity and ready to drink with your favorite pasta dish. (ML)
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James Suckling
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The Istine 2018 Chianti Classico (made with organic fruit) is a steady and classic expression that delivers plenty of varietal purity. The wine sports bright forest berry and cherry with crushed flowers and dusty limestone. It is balanced and mid-weight in intensity and ready to drink with your favorite pasta dish in the near term while the fruit is as its freshest and most vibrant.
The 2018 Chianti Classico is bright and racy, with tons of Radda Sangiovese character. Red berry fruit, flowers, chalk and white pepper all grace this super-expressive, translucent Chianti Classico. The 2018 is a bit airy and taut, but that is also a big part of its appeal. Readers who appreciate slightly nervous reds will adore the 2018. (AG)
A finely crafted red with cherry, chocolate and walnut aromas and flavors. Medium body, creamy tannins and a flavorful finish. From organically grown grapes.