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Frescobaldi 1997 Montesodi Castello di Nipozzano Sangiovese (Chianti Rufina)

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Price $54

The black-cherry, plum and soy elements of the deep, almost profound, bouquet set you up for a serious wine. Full and powerful—but supple and even; reserved—but subtly strong, it offers up seamless black-cherry, chocolate and earth flavors. Finishes long, with firm but refined tannins and polished, dark fruit flavors. Best from 2004–2015. — W.E. (4/1/2001)

Frescobaldi 1997 Nipozzano Riserva Sangiovese (Chianti Rufina)

Price $22

The bouquet of this elegant, reserved wine is muted right now, but the berry and leather notes that show display real class. Medium bodied, with tart cherry flavors and an appealing slate-chalk element, this wine has a distinctive palate and profile. Closes beautifully with even tannins, nice cassis and licorice notes and a handsome perfume. — W.E. (4/1/2001)

Frescobaldi 1999 Montesodi - Castello Di Nipozzano Sangiovese (Chianti Rufina)

Price $40

Racy and quick, with modest tannins and deep black-fruit and berry flavors. Traditional Chianti is defined by wines like this. It has a solid and necessary tannic structure but enough richness to offset any hardness that may stem from the tannins. The finish is plush and easy, with a full batch of chocolate and coffee. Give it a year or two if possible. —M.S. — M.S. (12/31/2002)

Frescobaldi 1999 Pomino Rosso Sangiovese (Pomino)

Price $25

Here’s a Tuscan red that’s racy and lean, a pure shot of cherry and cranberry fruit with little else mucking it up. The nose has a hint of tree bark and cola in addition to expressive red fruit, while the palate is all zippy cherries, vanilla and pepper. Almost certainly a winner with food due to its streamlined body, which features racy acids. —M.S. — M.S. (12/31/2002)

Frescobaldi 1999 Castiglioni Sangiovese (Chianti)

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Price $13

Full aromas of rich blackberry fruit with licorice and cocoa notes are followed by more of the same on the palate. The dense fruit picks up a sweet-and-sour quality and coffee tones on the lengthy finish. Not a particularly deep wine, but a very satisfying one. — W.E. (4/1/2001)

Frescobaldi 1998 Nipozanno Riserva Red (Chianti Rufina)

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Price $15

A pile of earth, smoke, leather and dark chocolate is about all you can pull from the dense, closed nose. The palate is only a bit more open, and on the back palate the full allotment of berries and oak comes on hard. It’s grapey and tannic, but it should be more friendly in due time, say two more years. Best Buy. —M.S. — M.S. (12/31/2002)

Frescobaldi 2001 Remole Sangiovese (Toscana)

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Price $9

Spicy and fruity up front, but a bit shy on the nose. A mouthful of plum and pie cherry creates a tight mouthfeel. Slightly piquant and snappy, but ripe and tasty. Will be helped along by the right food. — M.S. (10/1/2004)

Frescobaldi 1998 Remole Sangiovese (Toscana)

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Price $9

Frescobaldi is making some of the most imaginative wines in Italy. This is soft and light-textured, with a deep velvety color and a delicate finish. Perfect for simple meals and casual nights. I recommend serving it slightly chilled. — W.E. (11/15/1999)

Prominent Designations [All]

Benefizio Castiglioni Montesodi Montesodi Castello di Nipozzano Mormoreto Nipozanno Riserva Nipozzano Riserva Pomino Rosso Remole

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