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Castello di Volpaia Coltassala (2005)

Castello di Volpaia Coltassala 2005

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Winery:
Castello di Volpaia
Region:
Italy > Tuscany > Chianti Classico
Varietal:
Sangiovese
Type:
Red Wine
Color:
Drink Dates:
2009 - 2015
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This wine's region: Learn more about Chianti Classico

This wine's varietal: Learn about Sangiovese wines

  • Gregory Dal Piaz

    "In the mouth this will appeal to those who prefer balance and precision over power and weight." Read full review »

  • Gregory Dal Piaz

    "In the mouth there’s good fruit with nice stemmy, strawberry top tones up front balanced by cigar box notes that add some sweetness to the fruit across the mid-palate." Read full review »

What to Expect

Sangiovese's claim to fame is its role as the heart of Chianti, Brunello and many Super Tuscan wines though it is gaining ground as a varietal wine around the globe. When grown in a suitable location the grape's soft tannins, succulent acidity and moderately intense cherry and herb flavors make Sangiovese very easy to drink as well as supremely versatile at the dinner table.

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Snooth User: Gregory Dal Piaz
Gregory Dal Piaz
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12/07/09

Light aromatic tones on the nose with a touch of wood spice. In the mouth there’s good fruit with nice stemmy, strawberry top tones up front balanced by cigar box notes that add some sweetness to the fruit across the mid-palate. The fruit lacks some definition though the finish is juicy and crisp with read more...

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