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2022 Villa Cerna Italian (Tuscany) Red "Primocolle Chianti Classico"

Villa Cerna 2022 Primocolle Chianti Classico

Winery: Villa Cerna

Vintage: 2022

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Primocolle Chianti Classico"

Wine Category: Italian (Tuscany) Red

Grape blend: 95% Sangiovese & 5% Colorino

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Chianti Classico

State or country: Italy

Price: $26

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 90.6 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91.5)

Review date: August 26, 2026

Wine Review: This deep ruby colored Chianti Classico from Villa Cerna opens with a red cherry and moist pipe tobacco bouquet with hints of stony minerality. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, round, fresh, and very approachable. The flavor profile is a red cherry and slightly tart pomegranate blend with notes of stone dust and red licorice. I also detected hints of dried herbs and faint tobacco. The finish is dry, and its flavors, acidity, and moderate dusty tannins are nicely extended. This is a very good value Sangiovese that would be a very good glass pour option at an Italian restaurant. It is versatile and would pair well with many Italian red sauce dishes. I would pair it with a Bolognese pasta. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Not Available

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