Well, it's time to use one of my backup bottles because the wine that was penciled in to be reviewed today was corked. Nothing but liquid moldy basement. So this bottle of Castello di Bossi CC 2015 was a gift from a sales rep and I've just been keeping it in my wine fridge for a day like this one! Thanks, Gary!
With a history dating back to the 9th century AD, the Castello di Bossi estate has evolved with the times. A dynamic team leads the estate and never shies from technological innovation, while remaining true to the terroir of Chianti. It is this balance that has been a key part of Marco Bacci’s vision as he has brought Castello di Bossi to the highest ranks of international wine. As the mastermind of Castello di Bossi, he oversees all operations, from beginning to end, with careful attention to detail. In the last 10 years, Marco has added two properties to his holdings: Renieri in Montalcino and Terre di Talamo in the Morellino di Scansano appellation.
The color of the wine is brick red and I was actually surprised at how much clarity that it has. On the nose there's aromas of cherries, raisins, rhubarb, wet dirt, and leather. On the palate it's medium bodied with a watery mouthfeel, sweet tannin, and bright acidity. There's flavors of tart cherries, cranberry juice, and black tea. Then it finishes with cranberry juice and astringent black tea.
With a history dating back to the 9th century AD, the Castello di Bossi estate has evolved with the times. A dynamic team leads the estate and never shies from technological innovation, while remaining true to the terroir of Chianti. It is this balance that has been a key part of Marco Bacci’s vision as he has brought Castello di Bossi to the highest ranks of international wine. As the mastermind of Castello di Bossi, he oversees all operations, from beginning to end, with careful attention to detail. In the last 10 years, Marco has added two properties to his holdings: Renieri in Montalcino and Terre di Talamo in the Morellino di Scansano appellation.
The color of the wine is brick red and I was actually surprised at how much clarity that it has. On the nose there's aromas of cherries, raisins, rhubarb, wet dirt, and leather. On the palate it's medium bodied with a watery mouthfeel, sweet tannin, and bright acidity. There's flavors of tart cherries, cranberry juice, and black tea. Then it finishes with cranberry juice and astringent black tea.
Castello di Bossi is a boss. And yeah, it's rather tight at first, but when you let it open up it just mellows right out and it's worth it.
QUALITY VS PRICE RATING
Price: $26
Rating: 4/5 = Recommended (what does that mean?)
The bottle tasted was a gift that I decided to use for this unpaid review. To have your wine reviewed follow this link.
The bottle tasted was a gift that I decided to use for this unpaid review. To have your wine reviewed follow this link.
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