Thursday, May 24, 2012

MARCHESI DE' FRESCOBALDI Chianti Rufina Castello di Nipozzano Riserva 2007

Rated 91 on wine spectator. "A burly Rufina, offering dried dark fruits and chewy tannins, with an aftertaste of dark chocolate and mineral. Full and satisfying, with fresh acidity on the back palate. A go-to Chianti. Drink now. 121,000 cases made. –JS"

Good.smokey, oaky peppery medium to full bodied. Has some cherry to it but overwhelmed by the alcohol... pretty acidic and has its share of tannins. Really, my tongue feels coated with them.... amazing with fatty foods but not a good sipping wine. It paired well with brie but it would be really good with red meats, especially prime rib.


I prefer more fruity wines but this is a decent wine for a steak dinner.

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