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The estate’s 70 hectares of vineyards are characterised by two diverse soil types: marine sand versus Pietraforte. The Riserva is typically assembled from plots on the latter as the limestone-rich, rocky terrain yields more austere wines in need of age. Opening slowly, this reveals strawberry blossom, coriander and hints of tobacco. The palate is remarkably perfumed, with an undercurrent of rose and pepper running through the dark brambly berries. Firmly structured, ripe tannins wield an assertive grip, and the zesty acidity has a citrussy, blood orange ring that draws out the finish. Lots of life here.

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Castello di Monsanto, Chianti Classico, Riserva, Tuscany, Italy, 2020

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The estate’s 70 hectares of vineyards are characterised by two diverse soil types: marine sand versus Pietraforte. The Riserva i

Castello di Monsanto, Chianti Classico, Riserva, Tuscany, Italy, 2020

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