2009 Chianti Classico Cru Giorgio Primo
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This wine was made at the old winery at Fattoria la Massa before the estate's high-tech facility was ready. The 2009 Giorgio Primo offers a beautiful bouquet with just a hint of evolution that adds to the complexity and the intrigue of the aromas. In addition to black fruit and spice, this Tuscan red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot offers balsam herb, licorice, graphite, camphor and campfire ash. The mouthfeel delivers a surprising touch of elegance, demonstrating that the wine has ironed itself out and lost its baby fat over these past few years of bottle age.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
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The 2009 Giorgio Primo emerges from the glass with scents of blackberry, spice, leather, licorice and camphor. All of the elements are woven together nicely in this supple, juicy wine. There is a centeredness and focus to the fruit that is highly appealing. Giorgio Primo is 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot. Proprietor Giampaolo Motta and consultant Stéphane Derenoncourt have achieved remarkable polish and elegance here. The only thing missing is an element of visceral thrill.