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2006 Castello di Ama "Vigneto Bellavista" Chianti Classico

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96 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2006 Chianti Classico Vigneto Bellavista Sangiovese, Malvasia Nera is incredibly tight and backward. This masculine, authoritative wine shows little aromatic complexity today, instead it’s all about purity of fruit and structure, both of which the Bellavista has in spades. The style is more intense and powerful than the Casuccia; and even a touch more refined, as hard as that may seem to believe. The firm tannins need time to soften, but this is a dramatic, sweeping wine of the highest level that only needs patience. Sweet balsamic tones make an appearance on the finish, hinting at the direction the wine is heading. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2031." (08/09) 95 points Wine Spectator: "Complex and fruity aromas, with crushed blackberry and black cherry. Full-bodied, with very silky, refined tannins. Long and pretty. Turns powerful and structured. This is built like a brick house. Best after 2009." (10/09) 94 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Good full red. Perfumed aromas of pomegranate, redcurrant, cinnamon and tea are further complicated by an exotic note of ripe citrus. Suave and stylish, with a fleshy texture and deep flavors of red fruits and minerals. Finishes long and sweet, with lingering perfume. Superb archetypical Chianti, and a wine with a track record for aging extremely well (the 1988 is a thing of beauty today)." (Jul/Aug 10)

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Price: $169.99
RP 96 WS 95 ST 94

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Varietal:

Sangiovese

- The most widely planted grape in Italy is Sangiovese, a high-acid grape with moderate to high tannins, apparent earthiness and subtle fruit. It is thought to have originated in Tuscany and its name, which translates to "blood of Jove," leads historians to believe it may date all the way back to the Etruscan period, though historical mentions only go as far back as the early 1700s. Though planted all over modern Italy, the most significant wines made from Sangiovese still come from Tuscany: Chianti and Brunello di Montalcino. Sangiovese must make up 75% of a blend from the Chianti DOCG t be labeled as such, traditionally allowing for Canaiolo, Trebbiano and Malvasia for the remainder, though more recently small proportions of Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot have been allowed. In Brunello di Montalcino the wine must be made entirely of Sangiovese. Prugnolo is Montepulciano's name for Sangiovese, and it is used there for the Vino Nobile di Montepulciano wines. In the DOC of Carmignano Sangiovese can be blended with 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. There are also Super Tuscans, IGT wines that blend Sangiovese with large proportions of Cabernet or Merlot. Elsewhere in Italy it is a workhorse grape, though it does find some success (though not the longevity) in the Montefalco and Torgiano wines of Umbria as well as the foundation of Rosso Piceno and a significant element of Rosso Conero from the Marches. Like Nebbiolo, Sangiovese has struggled to find footing outside of Italy, though in recent years California wineries have been having better fortune with grape plantings in the Sierra Foothills/El Dorado County, as well as Sonoma County and the Central Coast.
Country:

Italy

- Once named Enotria for its abundant vineyards, Italy (thanks to the ancient Greeks and Romans) has had an enormous impact on the wine world. From the shores of Italy, the Romans brought grapes and their winemaking techniques to North Africa, Spain and Portugal, Germany, France, the Danube Valley, the Middle East and even England. Modern Italy, which didn't actually exist as a country until the 1870s, once produced mainly simple, everyday wine. It wasn't until the 1970s that Italy began the change toward quality. The 1980s showed incredible efforts and a lot of experimentation. The 1990s marked the real jump in consistent quality, including excellence in many Region that had been indistinct for ages. The entire Italian peninsula is seeing a winemaking revolution and is now one of the most exciting wine Region in the world. For our entire Italian wine selection, click here. Click for a list of bestselling items from all of Italy.
Sub-Region:

Tuscany

Specific Appellation:

Chianti

- Chianti is the most famous wine name in Italy is not the name of a grape but actually a region. Chianti lies in the 35 miles of hills between Florence and Siena, a complex geological region as well as geographically. The extraordinary geography makes grape growing a very challenging feat with multiple exposures and soil types on the same estate. The region comprises 9 different communes not dissimilar to Bordeaux wherein each commune has a particular characteristic that shows in the wine. The wine is made predominantly Sangiovese, the grape must comprise at least 80% of the blend. Chianti Classico is the "classic" region, though many other nearby regions now use the name "Chianti" to make similar wines. The "Gallo Nero" or Black Rooster on many of the Chianti Classico bottles is a private consortium of producers who try and control the direction of production and quality amongst their members.