A wine like this bears almost no familial relationship to Chianti made in the 1950s and 1960s. With the exception of Ruffino, few producers had the know-how or patience to produce Chianti that was built for the long-haul, with the weight and depth that would require. This Vigneto di Campolungo dances to the beat of a different drum, showing richness and length, beautiful black cherry and dark-fruited aroma, with a touch of balsamic and a hint of wood spice. It is long in the mouth, with an intense, persistent finish. A stunning wine.
Lamole di Lamole, Chianti Classico DOCG (Tuscany, Italy) 2011
By Robert Whitley