Italy is a place that has an amazingly long history and I have found it is best to learn about it while enjoying a glass of fantastic Italian wine. The Sangiovese grape is king in Italy and many Italian red wines are made using Sangiovese exclusively or in a blend. Sangiovese means the “blood of Jupiter” and is a well
Read moreThe Castellani Family has had their roots in grape growing and wine making for over 150 years and they are a familiar name in the Italian wine world. The family owns and works over 2400 acres of land dedicated to grape growing to produce some of the finest wines in Tuscany. This Famiglia Castellani Chianti Classico Riserva 2015 is 100%
Read moreMedium bodied Chianti with flavors of ripe red cherry, plum, and a dash of leather. The second sip revealed some lush red berry, cedar, and notes of cinnamon spice. Very sassy but with a long, smooth finish! Enjoy with barbecue pork chops, pasta with tomato based sauces, or grilled eggplant. Definitely a strong 88 points. WineSplashing!!
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