Tasting Notes

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Vinous Antonio Galloni - 01 Dec 19
The 2004 La Ricolma is flat out stunning. It is also the first wine in this tasting that shows the direction San Giusto was headed in at the time. Stylistically, the 2004 shows similarities to the 2010 in its mid-weight, perfumed personality and Sangiovese-leaning profile, but the 2004 has a bit more body and overall textural richness. At fifteen years of age, it is in the sweet zone for drinking and yet also shows no signs whatsoever of fading.
Drinking Date: 2019 - 2034
Tuscany Vineyard Fine Wine

Tuscany

Tuscany, a renowned wine region in central Italy, is famous for its high-quality Sangiovese-based wines. Key styles include Chianti, with vibrant acidity and red fruit flavours; Chianti Classico, known for greater depth; and Brunello di Montalcino, prized for its rich, full-bodied character and ageing potential. Tuscany also produces prestigious Super Tuscan wines that blend Sangiovese with international varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon. Top producers are Antinori, for Tignanello; Castello di Ama, for Chianti Classico; and Biondi-Santi, for Brunello.