Reviews & Ratings

2016 San Felice Italian (Tuscany) Red "IL Grigio Chianti Classico Gran Selezione"

Winery: San Felice

Vintage: 2016

Wine Name/Vineyard: "IL Grigio Chianti Classico Gran Selezione"

Wine Category: Italian (Tuscany) Red

Grape blend: 80% Sangiovese & 20% Abrusco, Pugnitello, Malvasia Nera, Ciliegiolo, & Mazzese

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Chianti Classico

State or country: Italy

Price: $49

Cases produced: 3,166

KWG Score: 95 (based on 6 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (93)

Review date: September 2, 2021

Wine Review: This very dark ruby colored Sangiovese based wine from San Felice is very good. It opens with a mild blackberry bouquet with hints of black licorice. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, well-balanced, polished, and smooth. The flavor profile is a black licorice, black cherry, and blackberry blend with notes of black plum. I also detected hints of black olive, cedar, and clove in the mix. The finish is dry, and its enjoyable fruity flavors and dusty tannins stick around for quite a while. This Chianti Classico Gran Selezione would pair well with Italian beef braciola. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Deep ruby red. The round bouquet releases fragrances that linger beautifully, with scents of sweet violets that meld into smooth, spicy hints of tobacco leaf. This is a full-bodied red, velvety smooth marked by ripe, succulent tannins harmoniously integrated with the acidity. Perfect with wild game, roasted and grilled meats, as well as aged cheeses.

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