2004 Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva
| Vineyard: | Antinori |
| Price: | $11.32- $27.99 |
| Retail Price: | |
| Varietal: | Sangiovese |
| Style: | Red |
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
55% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot, 5% Syrah
Antinori has produced Chianti Classico, one of the most widely known wines in the world, for centuries. This particular wine was introduced in 1928 by Niccolò, Piero Antinori's father, as the first Chianti produced specifically to improve with age. Villa Antinori Riserva, which has become the bench-mark for Chianti Classico Riserva, is only produced in good vintage years. The wine's label, which had remained unchanged since 1928, was s...
Expert Reviews
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International Wine CellarMedium saturated ruby. Exaggerated nose shows almost liqueur-like raspberry and black cherry aromas, along with cinnamon and musky roasted coffee highlights. More overripe cherry flavor on the palate, complicated by a whiff of smoke and grilled bacon. The rich chocolate and coffee finishing flavors display only medium length. A pleasant wine with features more typical of the 2003 vintage.
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Wine SpectatorRating: 85/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 10/31/05
User Tasting Note
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ErlinaMarchese Antinori:<br/>O 2004-2005<br/><br/>Antinori Guado Al Tasso:<br/>O 2001-2006<br/><br/>Antinori Tignanello IGT:<br/>O 1990,1993,1997,1998,1999,2001,2003,2004 (mature)<br/><br/>2005,2006 (young)
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Fellow Drync'rcolor dark ruby smell of old Italy Europa style- slight feety- cinnamon slight taste initial berry, slight fruit, med body, smooth finish.
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Fellow Drync'rGift from Margi and pat. Great bouquet. Drinks well. Fruity finish.
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Fellow Drync'rLight chianti with nice oaky finish unlike most. Excellent wine.
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Fellow Drync'r2009 Xmas gift for James and Michele.
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caraujoConsistently good super Tuscan
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Fellow Drync'rNot too bitter nor acid.
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Fellow Drync'rGreat everyday wind.
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Fellow Drync'rI drank the 2005
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Fellow Drync'rJust pleasant
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Fellow Drync'rAwesome!! $20
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Fellow Drync'r가벼운편 dry하지않음
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Fellow Drync'rFullish body
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kokuyamaA-



