2015 Fontodi Chianti Classico
Community Tasting Note
TannicBeast Likes this wine:
Friday, August 9, 2019 - Beautiful Chianti Classico from the Panzano area. Tried it after several hours in the glass. The nose is clean, medium (+) in intensity and quite expressive, with aromas of ripe red cherry, black plums, dried herbs and a pleasant but subtle oak spice note from 18 months in French oak barrels. The palate is dry, consistent with the nose, with medium (+) acidity, tannins and alcohol. This is a medium (+) to full-bodied wine with great balance and finesse, medium (+) flavor intensity and length. It is entering its optimal drinking window and is likely to continue to show well for several more years. It is not a particularly good value at $47, the retail price I was quoted in Houston. But I would be very happy if i bought it at $30 or lower, or even in the mid $30s.
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Comment posted by FredericoWines:
8/11/2019 5:46:00 PM - Agreed with your note but not your value proposition. I paid $33 Cdn, equivalent to $25 US. It's a very good value Chianti.
Comment posted by Vinomazing:
8/11/2019 6:49:00 PM - Hey TB, agree and on board with your acceptable cost basis as we bargained the store to just under $35, thanks for the note and confidence in such buy.
Comment posted by RoyaltyCoins:
8/14/2019 12:28:00 PM - Thanks for a good review, this is helpful.
Regarding the cost, you're also paying for a premier label (of Flaccianello fame) within the region. Average US retail is $40 before tax, so $47 isn't a great price, but you're not getting fleeced either..