Deceptively soft and easy, this creamy-textured wine also boasts a sense of wiry power underneath briary, blackberry-scented fruit. It's soft enough to drink on its own, yet the inner strength will allow it to pair with assertive flavors as well.
— W.E.
(4/1/2005)
A small portion of Cabernet Sauvignon is added to this Sangiovese-based wine for extra density and thickness of texture. The wine’s aromas recall blackberry, mature cherry, tobacco leaf and black pepper.
— M.L.
(4/1/2011)
This Chianti Rufina opens with overripe aromas of blackberry pie or fruit preserves and also offers a touch of smoked bacon or dried beef jerky. It presents a mature, sun-kissed style with a thin, compact sensation in the mouth.
— M.L.
(10/1/2011)
This is powerful and determined, with high alcohol that covers some of the more delicate aromas of butterscotch, caramel and vanilla. Sweet candied fruit flavors and natural richness help bring balance back in the mouth.
— M.L.
(12/31/2010)
This hearty blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah offers meaty aromas of smoked bacon and barbecue sauce backed by black fruit and loads of exotic spice. It’s a soft, polished wine with a rubbery note on the close.
— M.L.
(10/1/2011)
Fresh, clean and bright, this no-fuss Chianti Rufina would pair with grilled barbecue chicken or homemade hamburgers. The natural acidity will cut through any fatty food.
— M.L.
(4/1/2011)