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Castellare I Sodi Di San Niccolo 1985
HED11101
75 cl
13%
£230.00
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Castellare I Sodi Di San Niccolo 1985 is a full-bodied Sangiovese-based red wine from the Chianti Classico region of Tuscany. Castellare di Castellina has rocketed to global recognition with this flagship Supertuscan. Typically it is a blend of 85% Sangiovese and 15% Malvasia Nera that is aged in 50% new barriques for up to 30 months and a further 12 months in bottle. Producer note. "Intense red with hints of garnet. Deeply sophisticated and showcasing its full pedigree in terms of both the bouquet and palate of the wine. The fruit quality is exceptional and each individual aroma can be distinguished with total clarity, from the cherry to the spices, whose focus and integration are exceptional."
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Vinous
The 1985 I Sodi di San Niccolo is very typical of the year. A burst of dark red fruit totally saturates the palate. The aromas and flavors are a touch developed but there is more than enough muscle to allow the wine to continue to drink well for a number of years. This is a fairly immediate Sodi that captures the essence of the 1985 vintage in Tuscany. Tar, smoke, scorched earth, licorice, mint and sweet spices wrap around the generous, sensual finish. - Antonio Galloni
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