Bossi, Chianti Classico Riserva Berardo other_regions_italy balance and incredible intensity that

balance and incredible intensity that this very special Gibbston vineyard can give

It's elegantly fruited with ample damson

with hints of raisins and spices as well as English Christmas cake on both the nose and palate

and some are more marked by botrytis than most other exemplars of their vintage from top addresses

Bossi, Chianti Classico Riserva Berardo other_regions_italy balance and incredible intensity thatThe 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva Berardo is super impressive. Black cherries, blackberries, smoke and licorice burst from the glass in this extroverted, powerful Riserva. I cant say there is a lot of Sangiovese typicity here, but the wine nevertheless impresses for its balance and overall sense of harmony. Layers of dark fruit build to the huge, explosive finish. The 2008 is going to require time, but is a gem. The Berardo is 100% Sangiovese aged in