I’ve been on a good run in picking wines over the last week or so…
Admittedly, I’ve been picking up a lot of wine that’s already been reviewed by other folks over that time period.
Take this one, por ejemplo…
Castello di Volpaia 2008 Chianti Classico
Kara and I were browsing the aisles of BevMo, when I came across the Castello di Volpaia 2008 Chianti Classico. In reading the notes that were posted, this Chianti had a flavor profile that I was looking for.
Plus… It always helps when you find out that Robert Parker Jr.’s Wine Advocate scored this one a 90.
And I ain’t gonna lie…
The label just looks legit.
Really…
This is a beautiful looking bottle of wine.
Look…
See? Classy, right?
But…
On the real…
Chianti Classico was never meant to stand alone…
That's better...
I had these buns left over from barbecuing the weekend before last, so I decided to use ’em up. The weather was still good this past Saturday, so I preheated the grill to “Sear your face off!” and got to prepping…
But first…
The wine!
The Castello di Volpaia is 90% Sangiovese. From what I’ve read, the other 10% is Merlot and Syrah (but I could be wrong).
Color: This bad boy is a deep, dark, burgundy.
Nose: Definitely Earthy. Soil and mushrooms dominate the nose. The primary aromas are backed up by bright, red cherries.
Taste: Big cherries and raspberries up front. This wine has some Earthy round tannins. What really does it for me is the long, lingering finish of cranberries that gives way to a mouth-watering acidity. To say this is a food wine is a little bit of an understatement. This Chianti Classico DEMANDS food.
Score: This wine is just sick! At 16 bucks, it is guaranteed to punch you in the mouth with awesome. 90+
Back to the food…
Cheddar Turkey Burger with Horseradish Aioli and Herb Roasted Potatoes
Okay…
To say this wine demands food is a bit of an understatement, as well…
This wine deserves company…
Kara, it's time for dinner.
Stay Rad,
Jeff
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