(BOSSI Chianti Classico) Italy Dear Friends, Tuscany enjoyed a stellar harvest in 2006 and again in 2007 with back-to-back growing seasons that are akin to a combination 1988 and 1990. There is much to be excited about but I am especially enthralled with some of the lower level wines that elevated their status into rarified company normally reserved for Riserva or even IGT classification (i.e., the disparity between something like Cepparello, a pure Sangiovese at $40+, and a number of 2007 Chianti/Riserva is more difficult to distinguish in 2007). I have a number of favorites but we may as well start with one of the best price/value deals I’ve found - a recurring theme lately. A blend of old and new that gets it just right, Castello di Bossi has delivered their finest regular Chianti of the decade with a wine that will have far-reaching appeal (to the intellectual as well as the casual observer). The key is the addition of a generous amount of their Riserva wine and the result is a top-level expression of varietal and vintage with its best days well off in the distance (at least 2-4 years from now). I selected this wine in a line-up of over 50 examples of 2007 Chianti and it continues to dance a gracious two-step, even today (open for three days). Another house wine candidate, this parcel has just been bottled and labeled for us. As far as provenance is concerned, the wine is as fresh as it gets - the fact that is was reviewed yesterday in the WA is a bonus: Wine Advocate from yesterday’s new issue In truth, the quality of this Chianti speaks from the glass not from the printed word (including my own) - it’s just a darn good drink to enjoy any night of the week and it should prove to be quite versatile with cuisine – from pizza to country stew. FIRST COME FIRST SERVED up to 60/person until we run out This parcel is directly from the winery cellar with perfect provenance: 2007 Castello di Bossi Chianti Classico - To order: niki@garagistewine.com This parcel will arrive in the late fall (it was just bottled and labeled for us) - my guess is November/December arrival. Out of state orders will be held for free under ideal storage conditions (56 degrees/70%humidity) until shipping is possible. Locals may pick up at their leisure. For current local pick up and arrival/ship information, please see your OARS link below (at the bottom of this offer) - don’t know how to access your OARS? Simply click the link and see your account. You can also paste the link into your browser. If you are having trouble with your link or your account, please contact: support@garagistewine.com NO SALES TO RETAILERS OR WHOLESALERS Thank you, Jon Rimmerman Garagiste Seattle, WA Click here to view the status of your orders in O.A.R.S.
By Jon Rimmerman
(BOSSI Chianti Classico) Italy Dear Friends, Tuscany enjoyed a stellar harvest in 2006 and again in 2007 with back-to-back growing seasons that are akin to a combination 1988 and 1990. There is much to be excited about but I am especially enthralled with some of the lower level wines that elevated their status into rarified company normally reserved for Riserva or even IGT classification (i.e., the disparity between something like Cepparello, a pure Sangiovese at $40+, and a number of 2007 Chianti/Riserva is more difficult to distinguish in 2007). I have a number of favorites but we may as well start with one of the best price/value deals I’ve found - a recurring theme lately. A blend of old and new that gets it just right, Castello di Bossi has delivered their finest regular Chianti of the decade with a wine that will have far-reaching appeal (to the intellectual as well as the casual observer). The key is the addition of a generous amount of their Riserva wine and the result is a top-level expression of varietal and vintage with its best days well off in the distance (at least 2-4 years from now). I selected this wine in a line-up of over 50 examples of 2007 Chianti and it continues to dance a gracious two-step, even today (open for three days). Another house wine candidate, this parcel has just been bottled and labeled for us. As far as provenance is concerned, the wine is as fresh as it gets - the fact that is was reviewed yesterday in the WA is a bonus: Wine Advocate from yesterday’s new issue In truth, the quality of this Chianti speaks from the glass not from the printed word (including my own) - it’s just a darn good drink to enjoy any night of the week and it should prove to be quite versatile with cuisine – from pizza to country stew. FIRST COME FIRST SERVED up to 60/person until we run out This parcel is directly from the winery cellar with perfect provenance: 2007 Castello di Bossi Chianti Classico - To order: niki@garagistewine.com This parcel will arrive in the late fall (it was just bottled and labeled for us) - my guess is November/December arrival. Out of state orders will be held for free under ideal storage conditions (56 degrees/70%humidity) until shipping is possible. Locals may pick up at their leisure. For current local pick up and arrival/ship information, please see your OARS link below (at the bottom of this offer) - don’t know how to access your OARS? Simply click the link and see your account. You can also paste the link into your browser. If you are having trouble with your link or your account, please contact: support@garagistewine.com NO SALES TO RETAILERS OR WHOLESALERS Thank you, Jon Rimmerman Garagiste Seattle, WA Click here to view the status of your orders in O.A.R.S.9/2/2010, (See more on Garagiste...)