Castello di Albola
Castello di Albola Chianti Classico Riserva
4.5
Expert Rating
3.9
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Castello di Albola Chianti Classico Riserva is a high-quality red wine produced by Castello di Albola winery in the Chianti Classico region of Tuscany, Italy. Made from Sangiovese grapes, this wine is aged for 24 months in oak barrels and then further refined in the bottle for at least 3 months before release. The resulting wine is characterized by its intense ruby-red color, complex aromas of red fruits and spices, and its balanced structure with silky tannins and a long finish. This wine is a classic expression of the Chianti Classico appellation and is perfect to pair with Italian cuisine or enjoyed on its own.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Castello di Albola Chianti Classico Riserva is an inviting and complex red wine.It has a vibrant ruby color with aromas of bright cherry, raspberry, and subtle herbal hints. On the palate, it has a medium body with soft tannins, juicy acidity, and flavors of ripe red fruit, sweet spices, and a hint of leather. The finish is long and elegant, with a hint of oak and a lingering hint of spice. Overall, this is an enjoyable and well-balanced Italian red wine that is sure to please.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2027
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sangiovese
ORIGINS
Winery: Castello di Albola
Region: Tuscany
Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions.
Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.CUSTOMER RATING
3.9
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