Castello, Romitorio Vintage:2016 Certainly it is better than

Certainly it is better than the 1982 it has an extravagant bouquet of Satsumas

It remains one of the most rigorously traditional Chianti Classicos

Firm reduction blocks an evaluation of the nose

The 2017 Leeu Passant Dry Red is a blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon

This too is quite aromatically cool and it’s also more restrained with its grudging aromas of various red berries

Castello, Romitorio Vintage:2016 Certainly it is better thanThis red is linear, dense and concentrated, both for its black cherry, black currant and blueberry fruit and its fine grained, dusty tannins. Lively and balanced, yet needs time to unwind and gain more of the complexity that's buried within. The fresh, lingering finish reveals mineral, soy and spice accents. Best from 2025 through 2043. 325 cases made, 50 cases imported. Published on June 30, 2022