2015 Istine Chianti Classico Riserva Le Vigne
$46.00
The purity of fruit here is striking. Ripe red and black cherry, redcurrant and violet mingle with truffle and forest nuances. This allies fruit density with…
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Wine Details
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Varietal | Sangiovese |
| Producer | Istine |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Appellation | |
| Color | Red |
| Country | Italy |
| Future Arrival | No |
| Featured | No |
Additional Information
| Weight | 3.50 lbs |
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Description
Ruby red in color with scents of pine and mountain herbs on the nose. Juicy red cherries and blackberries on the palate with youthful tannins and fresh acidity. -Winemaker’s Notes
Pro Reviews
Wine Spectactor (WS)
This is broad, rich and powerful, with saturated cherry and black currant flavors embedded into the dense structure. Very harmonious despite its youthful exuberance, finishing long and mouthwatering. Mineral and earth details emerge in the end. Best from 2021 through 2040. -BS (12/15/2019)
Decanter Magazine (DM)
Crafted from the best grapes of Istine’s three vineyards – two in Radda, the other in Gaiole – and aged in large Slavonian oak casks. The purity of fruit here is striking. Ripe red and black cherry, redcurrant and violet mingle with truffle and forest nuances. This allies fruit density with a lightness of texture. Fine tannins build, coating the palate and promising a long life ahead. Racy, juicy and explosive on the finish. Drinking Window 2021 – 2033. -Michaela Morris (12/09/2019)
James Suckling (JS)
This gorgeous red shows crushed raspberries, red plums and hints of violets. Medium to full body, firm tannins and a gorgeous, long finish. Needs time to soften. A solid wine. From organically grown grapes. Best from 2020. -James Suckling (07/01/2018)