Felsina – Rancia 2011 – Chianti Classico Riserva

The nose is fruity, gourmand, elegant and quite fine. It reveals notes of blackberry jam and cassis associated with fine notes of licorice, spices, black pepper as well as slight notes of tobacco and a hint of tea. The palate is fruity, fresh, mineral, balanced, harmonious and offers an acid frame, fat and a good matter. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of blackberry and cassis combined with fine notes of cherry, touches of red currant as well as slight notes of spices, a few slight woody notes, sweet spice, a touch of minerality, s fine note of tobacco and a discreet hint of garrigue. Tannins are fine, well-built and a bit firm. Good long length and persistence on fruity notes and acidity.