Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Fattoria Loppiano Chianti 2007 DOCG

Variety: Sangiovese, Canaiolo Nero, Malvasia, Cabernet, Merlot
Country of origin: Italy
Wine appellation: Tuscany
Vintage: 2007 
Color: deep red
Bouquet: sour cherries with wood tones and hint of cinnamon
Taste: medium body, ripe sour cherries with slightlz higher acidity and still young tannins, medium finish
Recommended food pairing: lasagne
Overall score: 83
Price: EUR 5
Stopper: cork
Ordinary Chianti. Nose is much better than taste where the acidity plays dominant roles and as such probably needs to be cellared at least for additional 2 years. Unfortunately this is the only bottle I have so I will not have the opportunity to do so.

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