There is a phenolic hint (think nut or olive oil) to the smoky mix of petrol

redcurrant and blood orange

plum and wild cherry fruits give way gracefully enough to a renewed sense of warm tree resins and thyme-flower honey

Best after 2005

Finishes with building

Barone Ricasoli, Chianti Classico Ceniprimo Gran Selezione Vintage:2018 There is a phenolic hintSour cherry and plum flavors highlight this firm, dry red. A touch of oak adds spice, while earth and tobacco accents join the party. Well balanced overall, this should come together in a year or two. Best from 2023 through 2030. 500 cases made, 50 cases imported. Published on October 15, 2021