The supple cherry and strawberry flavors are matched to dry tannins in this sleek red. A bit awkward today, but should find equilibrium in a year or two. Almond, earth and tobacco details round this out. Best from 2021 through 2036. 3,500 cases made, 1,500 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add

The 2015 Chianti Classico is an exuberant and fruit-forward expression of Sangiovese that pops from the glass with bold cherry and raspberry aromas. The primary fruit is front and center in this newly released wine. The finish is tangy and fresh with chewy fruit that is sweet and rich in texture. This is a very pleasant red wine from Tuscany. Drink it within the next three or four years to take advantage of that immediate freshness.

Restrained aromas of cherry, herb and earth lead to a juicy texture that buoys the cherry fruit. Finishes with firm, pleasantly astringent tannins. Drink now through 2020. 3,500 cases made, 1,500 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add

Cherry and blackberry flavors are at the core of this rich red. The backbone is comprised of fine tannins and vivid acidity, which drive the lingering aftertaste. Drink now through 2021. 4,000 cases made, 1,700 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add

A racy style, showing bright cherry fruit matched to underbrush and tobacco notes. A bit gruff on the finish, but otherwise fine. Drink now through 2019. 5,200 cases made, 2,000 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add