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Castello di Meleto 2005 Rainero Red (Toscana)
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Here’s an inky, densely concentrated blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet with intense aromas of chocolate, coffee, ripe berry, plum and spice. The wine is rich, well textured and offers enormous length on the close. Those bright cherry flavors leave a rich and long impression.
— M.L.
(3/1/2010)
Castello di Meleto 2005 Fiore Red (Toscana)
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Ripe fruit and chocolate rise upfront but the wine also offers background tones of old leather and spice. This 75-25 Sangiovese and Merlot blend is plush, rich and sits comfortably on the palate. Pair it with lasagna or stuffed pasta with meat sauce.
— M.L.
(3/1/2010)
Castello di Meleto 2005 Vigna Casi Riserva Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
- $45
This austere Riserva exhibits a glorious color that is bright with beautiful reflections of ruby and garnet. Aromas include cherry, smoke, dried flowers and a light sprinkling of spice or peppercorn. In the mouth, the wine delivers drying tannins and an elegant close.
— M.L.
(6/1/2009)
Castello di Meleto 1997 Riserva Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
- $36
Chocolate, cinnamon and plum aromas, a richly textured palate and a lovely fruit-acid balance are all in play. Mint, dried spice and leather notes accent the rich, plummy fruit. Well-dispersed tannins, tart plum and cocoa flavors characterize the long finish. Drinks well now; will improve through 2004.
— W.E.
(4/1/2001)
Castello di Meleto 1998 Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
- $23
Slightly candied cherry aromas accented by carob, cocoa and herb give way to a smooth, fairly full palate with chocolate and Bing cherry flavors. This elegant wine finishes dark and dry, with full ripe tannins. Hold for two to four years; it should only improve.
— W.E.
(4/1/2001)
Castello di Meleto 2004 Rainero Red (Toscana)
- $60
This Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon blend offers aromas of sweet berry, blackberry, pipe tobacco and molasses. It has great, thick concentration and bright fruit flavors.
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
Castello di Meleto 2004 Riserva Vigna Casi Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
- $46
Simple and genuine red fruit sets the stage and is surrounded by a delicate frame of almond and toast. This is a clean, well-made wine that is easy and fun to drink. It imparts thick, fruity flavors and closes fresh thanks to its bright acidity. Castello di Meleto has 445 acres of vines in Gaiole-in-Chianti.
— M.L.
(9/1/2008)
Castello di Meleto 2000 Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
- $20
Pure and expressive up front, with aromas of leather, cherry and earth. The palate deals standard but clean cherry and cranberry, while the finish runs tight and proper. Quite the textbook, traditional wine, but still rewarding due to its purity, snap and pop.
— M.S.
(11/15/2003)
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