Castello di Monsanto

Intensives Rubin, in der Nase zunächst betont erdige Noten, dann nach Brombeeren, würzig, leicht rauchig. Guter Körper mit festem Kern, im Geschmack saftig mit wohlproportioniertem Tannin, im Finale eine angenehme Beerenaromatik. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bursts with ripe cherry, blackberry and floral aromas and flavors, driven by lively acidity and an elegant frame. Balanced, yet firmly supported by dense tannins." Wine Spectator

Ein konzentrierter und komplexer Wein mit schönen Aromen von dunkler Kirsche, Pflaume, Menthol, Zeder und Tabak. Elegant, balanciert und lang - eine Understatement-Riserva mit gutem Lagerpotenzial! SUPERIORE.DE

"Tight and tannic for now, featuring cherry, black currant, leather, iron, juniper and tar flavors. Firmly structured, meaty and balanced on the tannic side, with a lingering finish." Wine Spectator

"Aromas of plums, cherries and hints of green olives. White truffles and deep earth, too. Full-bodied, so layered and beautiful with a fabulous texture and ripe tannins. It is so pure and minimalist in the end, showing the effect of traditional, hands-off winemaking. Don’t miss this. Decant before serving. One for the cellar." James Suckling

"The 2005 Vin Santo del Chianti Classico La Chimera opens to a dark amber color and thick layers of glycerin that move in thick streaks down the side of the glass. It shows tertiary tones of burnt butter, toasted almond and candied fruit. This Vin Santo is very caramelized in personality with a chewy thickness that makes it a meal on its own, or an ideal pairing partner to an after-dinner cigar." Robert Parker

Il Poggio Riserva '11 verströmt klassische Aromen von dunkler Pflaume, Menthol und Lakritze, die sich im Laufe der Zeit wunderbar entwickeln werden. Am Gaumen mit unfassbar großer Energie und viel Lebendigkeit. Unser Tipp: Kaufen, in den Keller legen und für ein Jahrzehnt vergessen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Leuchtendes, intensives Rubin mit leichtem Granatrand. Fein gezeichnete, duftige Nase, zeigt Noten nach Safran und getrockneten Tomaten, dann viel Brombeere, reife Kirsche, verspielt. Am Gaumen saftig und fest, zeigt viel reife Frucht, nach Himbeere und dunklen Kirschen, entfaltet sich mit geschliffenem, dichtmaschigem Tannin, feine, präsente Säure gibt dem Wein Lebendigkeit, im Finale würziges Zedernholz." Falstaff

"Aromas of underbrush, dark-skinned berry, espresso menthol and scorched soil lead the nose. On the elegant, structured palate, firm, polished tannins carry dried black cherry, raspberry, cinnamon toast and a touch of anise." Wine Enthusiast

"A mix of graphite, tea, cherry and raspberry flavors are the highlights of this elegant, firmly structured red. Dense, dusty tannins reign on the finish. On the rustic side, yet with plenty of personality. This gets better with air." Wine Spectator

"Monsanto's 2011 Chianti Classico Riserva Vigneto Il Poggio offers striking depth in the rich, flashy style of the year. This is a surprisingly open-knit vintage for Il Poggio, that clearly reflects the personality of the year. Succulent red cherry, raspberry mints, tobacco, cedar and licorice all gain a measure of added textural richness in this warm vintage. At the same time, there is plenty of Sangiovese kick to keep things bright throughout." Antonio Galloni

"Very ripe fruit showing the warmth of the growing season of the vintage. Full and round with plenty of fruit and a savory finish. A classic Chianti Classico." James Suckling