Review: 2018 Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG

The 2018 Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico Riserva is made with Sangiovese and Merlot grapes, and spent 24 months in oak barrels. We tried the 2016 vintage final 12 months, and although there was a lot to advocate it, the wine was a bit austere and felt prefer it wanted extra growing old to point out its full potential. As we speak we are attempting the 2018 classic. Let’s see the way it compares.

The nostril right here is pretty simple however inviting, providing daring black cherry and cola notes together with gentle oak. After slightly time within the glass, some pomegranate can be picked up. The palate is analogous however a contact extra reserved, showing alongside excessive acidity and pronounced woody tannins, which give the wine a really dry end. As with the 2016, this wine may in all probability profit from extra time within the bottle, however it’s displaying fairly properly now. Not overly complicated however gratifying, this Chianti Classico Riserva would pair brilliantly with pasta Bolognese.

B+ / $40 / frescobaldi.com

2018 Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG

$40

Score

8.5/10

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Robert Lublin

Robert Lublin teaches whisk(e)y and wine appreciation lessons for Arlington Neighborhood Schooling, close to Boston, MA. He’s additionally a Professor on the College of Massachusetts Boston and has revealed books and articles on Shakespeare in addition to theatre and movie historical past.