short visit to the wine story with Hanan

After Mira Eitan's "Happy Hours" book launch - I suggested to Hanan to visit The Wine Story - wine bar at Neveh Tsedek. So we did.

• 2008 Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva Badia a Passignano 87 Points

  Italy, Tuscany, Chianti, Chianti Classico DOCG

  intense opaque ruby color
  rich ripe fruity aroma, somewhat oxidised
  full bodied, ripe raisins (Amarone style), round tannins, earthy & spicy flavours, too concentrated

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• 2008 Ormanni Chianti Classico Riserva Borro del Diavolo 88 Points

  Italy, Tuscany, Chianti, Chianti Classico DOCG

  dark opaque red
  fruity-earthy aromas of cherries, smoke, spice
  med-full bodied, soft tannins, high acidity, dried dark red fruits, earthy flavours; quite a pleasant chianti.

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• 2011 Domaine Yves Cuilleron St. Joseph Saint-Pierre 89 Points

  France, Rhône, Northern Rhône, St. Joseph

  pale transparent with yellowish note
  pleasant delicate barn-fruity aroma
  med-bodied, good acidity level, well balanced, good complexity and harmony, enjoyable med-length finish

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Recital treated us very well and we enjoyed the short visit.