Santo Stefano – Drugo 2014 – Chianti Classico Riserva

The nose is fruity and offers a slight power / concentration. It reveals notes of blackberry, wild fleshy raspberry and small notes of strawberry, blueberry associated with small notes of garrigue, spices as well as an imperceptible hint of white pepper (in the background) and wood / cardamom. The palate is fruity, fresh, well-balanced, mineral and offers a small juiciness, a slight suavity, a nice fresh frame, a small straightness as well as a good structure. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy / fresh blackberry, juicy / fresh raspberry and small notes of fresh cherry associated with slight touches of cassis, slight toasted touches, sweet spices, garrigue as well a very discreet hint of caramelization. Tannins are a bit tight, slightly grainy and a bit dry. There is a hint of cocoa on the persistence.