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Tasting notes
Score 92/100 · Drink 2023-2033, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Apr 2023

The 1998 Chianti Classico Riserva Il Poggio is stunning. Soft, silky and exceptionally balanced, the 1998 is a wine of gorgeous harmony and class. Dark cherry, tobacco, cedar and earthy notes abound in this super-expressive, mid-weight edition of Il Poggio. Smoke, game, tobacco and iron linger on a virile, somber finish marked by tannins that feel a bit rustic. There’s more depth than finesse here. Even so, the 1998 has another decade of life to offer.

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Critic scores
89
89/100

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87
87/100

Robert Parker

87
87/100

Robert Parker

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87 points
Robert Parker
Score 87/100 · Drink 2001-2011, Robert Parker, Oct 2001

The 1998 Chianti Classico Il Poggio exhibits sweet black cherry liqueur notes intermixed with saddle leather and dried herbs. Medium-bodied, with good acidity, sweet tannin, and an austere personality, it will drink well for 7-10 years. Importer: Veuve Clicquot. New York, NY; tel. (212) 888-7575

87 points
Robert Parker
Score 87/100 · Robert Parker

The 1998 Chianti Classico Il Poggio exhibits sweet black cherry liqueur notes intermixed with saddle leather and dried herbs. Medium-bodied, with good acidity, sweet tannin, and an austere personality, it will drink well for 7-10 years. Wine Advocate.October, 2001

About the producer

Castello di Monsanto
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Grape Blend

Sangiovese, Canaiolo

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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