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Castello Vicchiomaggio 1998 Riserva La Prima Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
- Editors' Choice
- $25
Produced from vines that are up to 80 years old (hence the name “The First”), this firmly concentrated wine is solid, rich and powerful. The fruit has sweet black cherry flavors and layers of integrated wood to give balance. An impressive wine, this should age well over 10 years or more. Editors’ Choice. —R.V.
— R.V.
(12/31/2002)
Castello Vicchiomaggio 2004 FSM Merlot (Toscana)
From Greve in Chianti at the heart of the Tuscan wine zone, this 100% Merlot delivers a vibrant ruby color and good intensity of aromas. You’ll get plump cherry, red currants, sweet spice and nutmeg. It would make an excellent companion to roasted chicken with mushrooms and wild rice. FSM stands for “Federico Secondo Matta” and this is the first vintage of the wine.
— M.L.
(11/1/2009)
Castello Vicchiomaggio 2001 Riserva Petri Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
- Editors' Choice
- $30
Highly complex and intriguing, given that it’s also quite rich, extracted and modern. The color is violet, while the nose is bloated with cured meat, vanilla and dark cherry fruit. Rather thick and chewy, but balanced by proper acidity. A gem of wine, with a luscious mouthfeel.
— W.E.
(4/1/2005)
Castello Vicchiomaggio 2001 Ripa Delle More Sangiovese (Toscana)
- $44
Rich and ripe, with a bit of prune, mincemeat and tobacco. Very well put together, with blackberry and dark plum flavors floating on wide tannins that are present but not piercing. Finishes smooth and full, with likable notes of dark chocolate.
— M.S.
(9/1/2006)
Castello Vicchiomaggio 1998 Riserva Petri Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
- $24
An elegant, balanced wine produced at the 10-year-old castle belonging to the Matta family. Fruit dominates, black and sweet with soft tannins and perfumes of violets. A delicious wine that should age well over the next five years. —R.V.
— R.V.
(12/31/2002)
Castello Vicchiomaggio 2004 Riserva La Prima Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
Asian spice and vanilla are the most immediate aromas but just past them are plum, prune and fresh blackberry. The wine has grit and sophistication and a smooth, velvety feel in the mouth that helps elevate the overall experience.
— M.L.
(9/1/2008)
Castello Vicchiomaggio 2005 La Prima Riserva Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
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Riserva La Prima is an elegant and traditional Chianti Classico (made with 100% Sangiovese) with good acidity, well integrated wood and bright cherry notes. It’s well put together with medium intensity, and an easy, no-fuss appeal with a clear and compact finish.
— M.L.
(6/1/2009)
Castello Vicchiomaggio 2004 Riserva Agostino Petri Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
This traditional Riserva offers a bit less intensity in terms of aromas but does putter through steadily with distinct tones of red berry, vanilla and natural rubber. It’s lean and smooth in the mouth with a solid core of red fruit. Small percentages of Cabernet and Canaiolo are added to the blend.
— M.L.
(9/1/2008)
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