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Marchesi Mazzei Riserva Chianti Classico 2013 Wine Review

Marchesi Mazzei Riserva Chianti Classico 2013

Marchesi Mazzei Riserva Chianti Classico 2013

Tuscany D.O.C.G., Italy

Community Score:91/100

Community Reviews: 4

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Price: $24.95

Drink: 2017-2021

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Marchesi Mazzei

Agent: Du Chasse Wines & Spirits

Natalie's Score: 92/100

The Mazzei family have been the owners of this Italian winery, Castello di Fonterutoli, since 1435. The 2013 vintage of the Chianti Classico Riserva Ser Lapo offers black fruit aromas and firm tannins. Juicy and full-bodied Italian red wine with lots of wild black cherry notes, some smoke and mocha. This Chianti Classico Riserva Ser Lapo is made from Sangiovese grapes. Savoury and meaty with a long finish. Decant 2 hours for maximum pleasure. Pair with grilled meats.

Chianti Classico food pairings: ravioli, beef stew, pizza, pork chops.

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This Marchesi Mazzei Riserva Chianti Classico 2013 was reviewed on November 11, 2017 by Natalie MacLean

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Reviews and Ratings

Andrea Shapiro rated this wine as 91/100 with the following review:

A very pretty pale garnet colour, after a 3 hour decant - poured in the glass. Sangiovese is predominant with this blend, adding another 10 percent Merlot to the mix. A bouquet opening up with vibrant aromas of red plum, dried fruit, smoke, leather, graphite and cedar. Flavours bing life to these aromas with raspberry, pomegranate and smoky spices. Acidity is firm, but not over powering, showcasing a plush medium body. Nicely balanced, with lingering tannins adding a nice touch of grip. A good accompaniment to a thin crust pizza topped with Sun-dried tomatoes. Enjoy!
From the Tuscany wine region, Mazzei Ser Lapo Riserva (2013) is a juicy and full-bodied Chianti Classico wine blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Merlot with black cherry, smoke and mocha flavours. The Mazzei family have been the owners of this Italian winery, Castello di Fonterutoli, since 1435. Drink now and for the next five years. - Community Wine Reviews

1 Member would buy this wine again

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