2005 Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino Poggio alle Mura
Vineyard: Castello Banfi
Price: $14.99
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Varietal: Sangiovese
Style: Red
Region: Italy > Tuscany
Other Vintages: 2004 2003 2000 1998 1997 1995 1993 1990 1988 1986 1985 1983 1978 1976 1975 1973 1970 1968
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WINEMAKER'S NOTE
Chianti has long been regarded by many as the "most Italian" of wines, not only because it is the most widely produced classified wine, but also because it possesses a unique personality. Banfi Chianti Classico embodies all of the characteristics that have made this wine an enduring classic: an alluring bouquet of black fruit and violets; rich flavors of cherry and leather; supple tannins and good acidity for dining. Fermentation takes place with a traditional skin contact of 8 to 10 days. Agin...
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  • CellarTracker Community Tasting Notes
    Community Tasting Notes (average 88.3 pts. and median of 88 pts. in 6 notes) - hiding notes with no text
  • Vintage Chart
    Rating for Italy-Tuscany: 92 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: drink now<br/>