1998 Castello Banfi Chianti Classico Riserva
Vineyard: Castello Banfi
Price: $19.99- $74.99
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Varietal: Sangiovese
Style: Red Wine
Region: Italy > Tuscany
Other Vintages: 2002
Drink By 2007
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
Brunello di Montalcino was Italy's first wine to be accorded D.O.C.G. status, a testament to its aristocracy, balance and fabulous proclivity for aging. Under the direction of Banfi's master winemakers, our Brunello grapes are transformed into a remarkable world-class wine, perhaps the most respected red of Italy. Aged for a total of four years, including a minimum of two years in oak barrels, Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino is a wine of robust character. It possesses a rich garnet color, a...
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    Rating for Italy-Tuscany: 86 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: quite possibly over the hill<br/>