Wine Review: Cecchi Chianti Classico

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Yes, you see the black rooster on the neck label of this wine, which means we are tasting some Chianti Classico! This time around I am reviewing a bottle of Cecchi Chianti Classico. As part of the Chianti Classico requirement, automatically you can expect a minimum of 75% Sangiovese, and a minimum of 7 months aged in oak. For this Chianti Classicao, it’s 90% Sangiovese, and the remaining 10% are Canaiolo and Colorino Toscano.

This Chianti is ruby red in color turning burgundy with age, a delicate nose, fruit forward finish. It’s a persistent and well-structured wine for $18.99 at the BC Liquor Store. Cecchi calls this “the protagonist among Cecchi wines” and suggests serving with rich poultry dishes or red meat.

86 points.

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