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Monday, March 23, 2009
Da Vinci Chianti Reserva 2005
Following the 2004 DaVinci Chianti Reserva which I posted previously, I purchased some of 2005 Reserva with the hopes of a similar quality wine. Although there were lots of similarities as the medium-bodied 2004 with the aromas of smokey fruit and the cherry and plum tastes, I was a little disappointed in this vintage. It had a little more dried herb taste to it. Additionally, the tannins were a little more chewy, but I'm not surprised since it was a 2005. Wine Spectator gave this an 87 point rating. I would tend to agree. Certainly drinkable but not as enjoyable as the 2004 Reserva.
This is a wonderful Chianti. I am now waiting for the 2006, which should be, by all indications, one of their best.
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