1995 Chianti Classico Riserva Vigna del Sorbo
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The 1995 Chianti Classico Riserva Vigna del Sorbo is striking. It brings together all of the best qualities of the year and this era. Freshly cut flowers, mint, small red berries and tobacco jump from the glass in a Vigna del Sorbo that impresses for its freshness and delineation. Dark red cherries, plums and licorice all add complexity on the perfumed, highly expressive finish. According to Giovanni Manetti, 1995 was marked by a cool summer and a late harvest that took place under perfect Indian summer conditions. This has always been one of my favorite vintages. Fontodi's Sorbo is another great 1995 from Chianti Classico.
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Robert Parker
Jancis Robinson MW
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Luscious, ripe, quite old. Transparent. Light and delicate. (JR)
The 1995 Chianti Classico Riserva Sorbo has a sweet, round, concentrated feel in addition to good spice, licorice, earth, smoke, and red currants/cherries. It should drink well for 4-5 years. Importer: Dominic Nocerino, Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (516) 467-5907
About the producer
Based just outside Panzano-in-Chianti, Chianti Classico estate Fontodi was acquired by the Manettis in 1968, a family which has established its modern reputation. Today the leading property is best known for its Flaccianello delle Pieve, the pure Sangiovese Super Tuscan first made in 1981.