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Tasting notes
Score 92/100 · Drink 2000-2015, Robert Parker, Aug 2000

The spectacular, saturated ruby/purple-colored 1997 Chianti Classico Riserva reveals intense aromas of smoked meats as well as jammy black cherries, raspberries, and over-ripe plums. Opulent and full-bodied, with extraordinary power, richness, and concentration, this is a decadently intense, rich, voluptuous Chianti that must be tasted to be believed. Drink it over the next 10-15 years. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411

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92
92/100

Average Score

92
92/100

Robert Parker

91
91/100

Daniel Thomases, Vinous

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91 points
Daniel Thomases, Vinous
Score 91/100 · Daniel Thomases, Vinous

Full blackish-garnet. Potent, penetrating and alcoholic on the nose, with notes of plum, raspberry, and licorice. Concentrated and intensely flavored; doesn't have the flesh or nuance of the Percarlo but shows a driving, straight-ahead power that is irresistible. Long, ripely tannic finish. Not a wine for the timid or the impatient, but impressive in its way.

About the producer

San Giusto a Rentennano - producer
San Giusto a Rentennano

San Giusto a Rentennano is one of the leading producers in the Chianti Classico region. Its 100% Merlot  Super Tuscan La Ricolma and 100% Sangiovese cuvée, Percarlo, are two of the most consistent and collected fine wines in Tuscany.

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Grape Blend

Sangiovese, Canaiolo

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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