Barone Ricasoli Chianti Classico Riserva
  'Rocca Guicciarda' 1998

Barone Ricasoli Chianti Classico Riserva 'Rocca Guicciarda' 1998: A dense, deep red hue. On the nose there is plenty of classic Sangiovese fruit. Immediately apparent acidity on the palate. which confers great freshness to buoy up the lovely depth of ripe, sweet-edged fruit on the palate. Dense, smoky character, with other notes of oak maturation. Although full bodied, and very dry, it seems somewhat lighter, more open-knit, and less tight than the Castello di Brolio Chianti Classico tasted last week. Drinking well now, though, and very enjoyable. 16.5+/20 (30/9/02)