Tasting Notes

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Vinous Antonio Galloni - 01 Sep 14
San Felice's 2010 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Il Grigio is mostly Sangiovese with 20% other indigenous grapes. An exotic, spiced bouquet melds into dark red cherries, mint, wild flowers, leather, menthol and tobacco. The flavors are intriguing, layered and deep in a wine that impresses for its complexity. This is a terrific showing from San Felice. The new Gran Selezione Il Grigio encompasses much of what San Felice is all about; namely the intersection of Sangiovese and other native, once-forgotten grapes. It will be interesting to see how this bottling develops in future vintages.
Drinking Date: 2016 - 2030
Tuscany Vineyard Fine Wine

Tuscany

Tuscany, a renowned wine region in central Italy, is famous for its high-quality Sangiovese-based wines. Key styles include Chianti, with vibrant acidity and red fruit flavours; Chianti Classico, known for greater depth; and Brunello di Montalcino, prized for its rich, full-bodied character and ageing potential. Tuscany also produces prestigious Super Tuscan wines that blend Sangiovese with international varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon. Top producers are Antinori, for Tignanello; Castello di Ama, for Chianti Classico; and Biondi-Santi, for Brunello.