2013 Castello di Volpaia Coltassala Chianti Classico
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The 2013 Chianti Classico Riserva Coltassala possesses remarkable purity, precision and nuance, all in an energetic, translucent style that holds considerable appeal. Hints of cedar, tobacco and lifted floral notes add nuance to a core of Sangiovese fruit. A dollop of Mammolo rounds out the blend. The 2013 Coltassala is one of the finest wines I have ever tasted at Volpaia. Don't miss it.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2013 Chianti Classico Riserva Coltassala is a tame and polished wine that shows an elegant and streamlined disposition. The wine glides cleanly over the palate with bright berry tones followed by wet earth, pressed rose and balsam herb. You get a good sense of the quality of Sangiovese (blended with 5% Mammolo) produced in this vintage. The fruit delivers balanced acidity and great depth. Only 12,000 bottles were produced.
Radda in Chianti. 95% Sangiovese, 5% Mammolo. Lustrous mid ruby. A little reductive and numb on the nose with only hints of pine needle. Very closed and with firm but polished tannins. Great tension added by linear acidity. Needs time. (WS)