The dark ruby-colored, leathery, herb-tinged 2000 Chianti Classico possesses robust fruit, a slight rusticity, good sweetness in the mouth, and a chunky, medium-bodied personality. Drink it over the next 2-3 years.
A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300; Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700; and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411