96 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "A wine like this gives you a visceral rush of excitement. The 2013 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna del Sorbo speaks to your most profound instincts and awakens a sudden and tangible taste of Tuscany. If you've ever visited Panzano in Chianti, you will be immediately transported there thanks to this fabulous wine. Vigna del Sorbo (100% Sangiovese aged in new and neutral barrique for two years) is authentic and focused with tart berry flavors surrounded by spice, truffle and rose petal. It offers a deep and lasting sense of richness. Drink: 2017-2040. (Dec 2016)"
96 points James Suckling: "A succulent Chianti Classico showing dried-fruit and cedar character. Full, chewy and very long with a juicy finish. So structured. Pure sangiovese from Fontodi's best vineyard and aged 24 months in wood. Serious. Better in 2020. One of the best wines ever from Vigna del Sorbo. (11/9/16)"
94 points Decanter: "Giovanni Manetti used to add 10% Cabernet Sauvignon to this. He grubbed those vines up, leaving his flagship a pure, richly scented 100% Sangiovese with moreish, crackling depth. Organic. Drink: 2018-2025. Alcohol 14.5%. (Feb 2018)"
94 points and 'Top 100 Cellar Selections 2017 (#82),' Wine Enthusiast: "Initially closed, this elegant vibrant red slowly reveals alluring aromas of mature black-skinned fruit, French oak, violet and a whiff of new leather. The full-bodied polished palate delivers ripe black cherry, chopped mint, star anise and pipe tobacco alongside a backbone of fresh acidity and velvety tannins. It's still young and will be even better after a few more years in the cellar. Drink 2020-2033. Alcohol 14.5%. (Mar 2017)"
Product SKU | 328314 |
Producer | Fontodi |
Country | Italy |
Region | Tuscany |
SubRegion | Chianti Classico DOCG |
Varietal | Sangiovese |
Designation | Riserva |
Vintage | 2013 |
Size | 750ml |
Color | Red |
ABV | 14.5% |
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