Castello di Ama Montebuoni, Chianti Classico DOCG, Italy 2018 Vallformosa The grapes were picked in

The grapes were picked in several highly selective passages and placed in 20-kilogram bins

There are plenty of tannins here along with fresh black currant fruits

There are also hints of black tea

Grapes sourced (“foraged”) from two vineyards about 4 miles from the Pacific

Castello di Ama Montebuoni, Chianti Classico DOCG, Italy 2018 Vallformosa The grapes were picked inDelicious and elegantly structured, this opens with alluring aromas of fragrant blue flower, black skinned fruit, eucalyptus and espresso. On the savory, focused palate, bright acidity and lithe, fine grained tannins accompany juicy black cherry, mocha, licorice and crushed mint. 95 Pts Wine Enthusiast