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Score 89/100 · Drink 2000-2012, Robert Parker, Aug 2000

The dark ruby-colored 1997 Chianti Classico Riserva (90% Sangiovese and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon) offers aromas of toasty oak, tobacco, wood smoke, cherries, herbs, and new saddle leather. Medium to full-bodied, concentrated, dense, and ripe, with moderate tannin, this fleshy, youthful Chianti is just reaching full maturity, where it should remain for 10-12 years. Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200

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88
88/100

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89
89/100

Robert Parker

89
89/100

Robert Parker

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89 points
Robert Parker
Score 89/100 · Robert Parker

The dark ruby-colored 1997 Chianti Classico Riserva (90% Sangiovese and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon) offers aromas of toasty oak, tobacco, wood smoke, cherries, herbs, and new saddle leather. Medium to full-bodied, concentrated, dense, and ripe, with moderate tannin, this fleshy, youthful Chianti is just reaching full maturity, where it should remain for 10-12 years. Aug 2000, www.robertparker.com

86 points
Daniel Thomases, Vinous
Score 86/100 · Daniel Thomases, Vinous

Deep ruby with garnet highlights. Herbaceous nose with a strong licorice element; fruit currently overshadowed. Shows some force on the palate, but a bit tough and dry on the finish.

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Castello dei Rampolla
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Grape Blend

Sangiovese

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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