This is a blend of 80% Sangiovese and 20% Colorino. Purple with ruby swirls. It is very tight on opening but with air opens to black cherry fruit. The nose is easy and enjoyable. On the palate, the black cherries come thru. This seems ripe and has an almost cough syrup quality to the cherry fruit. A bit of anise on the finish. Firm tannins. This is concentrated but seems more about fruit than a typical Chianti. That proved to be a good thing in a tasting. It will be interesting to see how this ages from here. It seems like there is room to improve over the next few years. It should drink well for ten to twelve at least. Tasting a bottle over three days, it was best on day 2. This drinks well on its own but will work with pizza or pasta with tomato sauce. I hate to use the term "international" but this seems to fit.
