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Frescobaldi Nipozzano Vecchie Viti Chianti Rufina Riserva 2014 Wine Review

Frescobaldi Nipozzano Vecchie Viti Chianti Rufina Riserva 2014

Frescobaldi Nipozzano Vecchie Viti Chianti Rufina Riserva 2014

Tuscany DOCG, Italy

Community Score:92/100

Community Reviews: 2

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Price: $29.95

Drink: 2017-2023

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 14.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Frescobaldi

Agent: Philippe Dandurand Wines Ltd.

Natalie's Score: 92/100

A juicy, robust, vibrant Chianti Reserva that's ready for more cellar aging: it has lots of potential, yet it's also ready to drink now. Aromas of black fruit, tar and smoke. The 2013 vintage was solid. The grapes for this wine come from the oldest vines on the Nipozzano estate, and the wine is aged for 24 months in oak barrels, according to ancient Tuscan tradition. Decant 1-2 hours. Pair with gourmet pizza.

Chianti Rufina Riserva food pairings: grilled pork ribs, veal Parmigiano, spaghetti and meatballs.

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This Frescobaldi Nipozzano Vecchie Viti Chianti Rufina Riserva 2014 was reviewed on April 28, 2017 by Natalie MacLean

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Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 530741
  • $25.06 
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Reviews and Ratings

Jon Steeves - Sommelier rated this wine as 91/100 with the following review:

Old world Chianti with typicity. Paired well with tomato based pasta and organic beef meatballs. Tasted 2014 in Oct 2017. 91 points. BespokeTastings

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