57 Ratings
Castello di Monsanto Chianti Classico Riserva
Wine Details
Wine Description
(1998 Vintage) Color: Bright garnet red. Bouquet: Complex and developed with ripe fruit aromas. Palate: Intense and rich with great weight and extract, sweetness of ripe fruit linger in long finish. Recommended with: Duck, game birds, and red meat dishes. An excellent match with a fine cheese course. 90% Sangiovese Grosso, 7% Canaiolo, 3% Colorino
Expert Reviews
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Wine Spectator(2011 Vintage) Rating: 92/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 08/13/2014
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Robert Parker(2011 Vintage) Rating: 89/100 - As reviewed by Robert Parker on 10/20/2014
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Wine & Spirits(2007 Vintage) The estate's 2006 Chianti Classico Riserva is delicious. Black cherries, herbs, tobacco and spices come together in a dark, brooding expression of Sangiovese framed by big, massive tannins. This finish is long and intense. Today the wine requires serious patience, but there is little question that it will be superb in a few years time. I can't wait to see what Monsanto has done with its top of the line Il Poggio in this vintage. In the meantime, the 2006 Chianti Classico Riserva is a highlight; and a terrific value as well. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2026.
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Wine Spectator(1997 Vintage) Rating: 89/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 10/31/00.
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Robert Parker(2009 Vintage) Rating: 93/100 - As reviewed by Robert Parker on 06/10/2012