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Chianti Classico Le Masse Di Greve Riserva 2004
Varietals: 95% Sangiovese, Merlot, Canaiolo, Cabernet and Colorino
Soil type: Shale
Maturation: In second year oak “barriques” and 25 quintal barrels for 12 months
Alcohol: 13.5%
Suggested food: Simple red meat dishes, mushrooms, pate and mature dry dishes.
Tasting notes: Intense ruby red with slight shades of burgundy. Full, sweet, fruity with evident hints of vanilla combined with spicy phenols on the nose. On the bouquet, medium tannic structure, sweet at first, full central taste accompanied by a good level of acidity. Persistent fruity aftertaste.
$37.95 per bottle
Available by the bottle at LCBO Classics through the May 26, 2009 release. To order your wine, call Vintages / Classics Sales Centre at 416.365.5767 or 1.800.266.4764. Product #110577.