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-frisch mit wohlproportioniertem Tannin, im Finale eine angenehme Beerenaromatik. SUPERIORE.DE

Der Chianti Classico verströmt schöne Frucht- und Würznoten, saftig und schmeichelnd am Gaumen. Gelungen - dieser Klassiker von Castello di Monsanto lässt den Duktus der noch größeren Roten dieser Kellerei erahnen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Edles Rubinrot. Einladende und knackige Nase, nach Himbeeren und Granatapfel, erinnert entfernt an Wassermelone, herzhaft. Spannt sich mit enormer Frische auf, sehr saftig, klare Frucht, fließt ruhig dahin bis ins lange anhaltende Finale." Falstaff

"Shows wonderful purity on the nose, especially given the vintage, showcasing violets, red licorice and lavender with tea-leaf undertones. Excellent density and pliability on the succulent, medium-bodied palate, running through which are a streak of driven acidity and a wall of firm tannins." James Suckling

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

"Dunkel leuchtendes Rubin. Einladende und duftende Nase nach satten Kirschen, Rosenblättern und jungen Pflaumen, besonders einladend. Am Gaumen ausgewogen und fein, spannt sich prächtig auf, saftig, knackig und frisch, ein Klassiker." Falstaff

"Just mid ruby. Expressive, lifted cherry nose and a sour-cherry palate packed with grainy tannins. Beautiful lightness of weight." Jancis Robinson

"The 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva is a fabulous wine that punches well above its weight. Dark cherry, plum, licorice, spice, leather, lavender and tobacco all run through this wonderfully nuanced, vibrant Riserva. Already expressive and open, the 2016 will drink well for another 15+ years. Although not quite the value it was a few years ago, Monsanto's Riserva delivers serious quality for the money. Sweet floral notes extend this finish beautifully in this mid-weight, gracious, yet nicely structured Riserva from Monsanto." Vinous

"Offering richness, density and a sharply delineated approach, the 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva is an elegant but also classic expression from this storied estate. The best qualities of this vintage come through here with tight and focused fruit flavors and clear perfumes of wild cherry, rose and button mushroom. There is a lingering note of cherry sweetness that serves to glue the wine's other attributes, like its freshness and integrated tannins, together in harmony." Robert Parker

"A fresh and bright red with sliced-orange and black-cherry aromas and flavors. Medium body. Tight and compact. Long and flavorful finish. Will age beautifully." James Suckling

"This is packed with black currant, black cherry, floral and juniper aromas and flavors. The tannins are assertive, matched to bracing acidity and a touch of heat." Wine Spectator

Il Poggio Gran Selezione war im Jahr 1962 der erste Chianti Classico der Appellation, der als Einzellagen-Wein (Cru) ausgebaut und abgefüllt wurde - damals eine Revolution! Der Wein 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

"The 2015 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna il Poggio is a beautiful and compelling wine. High-toned floral and savory notes emerge first, with plenty of sage, cedar, sweet pipe tobacco and crushed rose petal aromatics. Pliant and open, the 2015 is already quite showy. It will drink well with minimal cellaring. In fact, it's already pretty expressive. The one thing I would do is open it well in advance to allow some youthful Sangiovese funkiness to blow off." Vinous

"First produced in 1962, Il Poggio is an iconic Chianti Classico that stands the test of time. The Bianchi family puts aside 2,000 bottles each vintage in its extensive underground tunnel for release at least 10 years later. Still nascent, the 2015 slowly divulges stunning aromas of cherry blossom, blood orange, eucalyptus, and raspberry. It starts out tight and linear then unravels expanding across the palate with ripe woodland berries underscored by slate. Chalky tannins maintain a firm grip throughout. This will continue to deliver its complex nuances for at least a couple of decades." Decanter

"Lots of ripe fruit with plum, berry, chocolate and walnut character. Such pretty, creamy tannins. It’s full-bodied and intense with gorgeous fruit and a flavorful finish. Very serious and finely crafted. Che bello! Drink after 2022." James Suckling