The unfined/unfiltered 1999 Chianti Classico reveals a dark ruby color, an elegant, cherry-scented perfume, luscious, sweet, nicely-textured fruit, subtle notions of leather, oak, and earth, and a plump, seductive finish. Consume it over the next 4-5 years. Importer: Neil Empson, Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900

Fruity but a bit earthy, with leather and ripe fruit character. Drink now. 5,400 cases made, 1,400 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Chianti Classico Select to Add