Chianti Classico
2007
Bevmo $17.99
Simon's house; Musical backdrop random mix including Foo Fighters & Dire Straights. Tortellini with bell peppers and mushroom made by Simon( !)
Initial Impressions:
"Like a silky velvet fist" -SP
"Ok, I know why I'm feeling this way... 14% alcohol by volume" -AP
Descriptive terms:
smokey, fully developed, like an elder statesman, easy like sunday morning and refined ruffness.
Character Comparisons:
Obe Wan Kenobi, Winston Churchhill, JFK and Aretha Franklin.
Overall Rating and Conclusions:
AP rating 4.25 corkscrew turns. (CST's)
SP rating 4.0 corkscrew turns. (CST's)
It really is a good wine, either as a Chianti or otherwise. Being the oldest wine we've tasted, makes our untrained pallets wonder about the influence of age. Finally, we suggest this course of action. Buy it, drink it, enjoy it.
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