2003 Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG

Tasting Notes
An enticing, rather pronounced ruby red, edged with garnet. Its suite of fragrances exhibits considerable complexity, opening to dark fruit such as plum and blackcurrant, then enriched by a pungent spiciness that betrays cinnamon and clove. The attack offers dense, impressive pulp, and fine-grained tannins that marry beautifully with its alcohol; the result is a solidly-built, but not heavy or extractive, wine with a seamless, long-lingering finish.

Food Matching
Barbecued meat and beef stews, aged cheeses.

Winemaking Notes
90% Sangiovese.