Castello di Bossi Chianti Classico 2006

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Castello di Bossi

This juicy Chianti Classico offers sweet flavors of wild berries, plum and toasted oak followed by aromas of ripe cherry and violet. Fruit, tannins and body reach an elegant balance that carries through to the lingering finish. Chianti is the quintessential match for earthy, rustic, traditional Tuscan cuisine. Recommended with bean dishes, pastas and roasted or barbecued meats.

Wine Spectator

Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a vanilla, milk chocolate and blackberry character. This is long and very rich. Chewy. Needs time. The best Chianti Classico ever from this producer. Best after 2009.

Score: 90. —James Suckling, September 30, 2008.

Wine Advocate

The 2006 Chianti Classico (100% Sangiovese) is truly beautiful as it opens up in the glass, revealing tons of fruit in the powerful, ripe style that is typical of Castelnuovo. The wine possesses tons of stuffing and richness yet maintains notable clarity. Not only is this Chianti Classico a superb value, it can also challenge wines costing twice as much. Needless to say, it is highly recommended. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2016.

Score: 90. —Antonio Galloni, August 2009.