2018 Frescobaldi Tenuta Castiglioni Chianti, Tuscany

Frescobaldi Tenuta Castiglioni boasts a beautifully deep and intense ruby-red colour with tinges of purple. Its bouquet is marvellous in its complexity. The fruity attack, with notes reminiscent of blackberry and sour cherries, gives way to elegant vanilla-like notes with light hints of tobacco and white pepper. It is warm, soft and round on the palate, with fruity notes that reverberate and a delicately spiced, elegantly fresh finish. The tannins are fine yet intense. Drink 2020-2022.