Barone Ricasoli, Chianti Classico Roncicone Gran Selezione Vintage:2016 A background application of wood

A background application of wood is sufficiently subtle to allow the notably spicy and ripe yet quite cool aromas of both red and black pinot fruit

Mild reduction suppresses the underlying fruit today

it's the freshness that comes along with it

aniseed and black truffles

The wines have the purity and clean rusticity of the Cornas from Clape

Barone Ricasoli, Chianti Classico Roncicone Gran Selezione Vintage:2016 A background application of woodBeginning to develop some leather and woodsy aromas and flavors, this supple red also evokes fresh cherry, plum, iron and tar flavors. Big and brooding by the time it plays out on the lengthy finish, this stays bright and balanced overall. Best from 2022 through 2040. 3,720 cases made, 675 cases imported. BS