Perrin & Fils, Gigondas Vv Brut Zero Castell-in Villa's Chianti Classico Riserva

Castell-in Villa's Chianti Classico Riserva is fermented in stainless steel

opening up and showing more nuances

An impeccably balanced Chardonnay but today the wine's fruit is quite restrained

and liquid stone

and purity

Perrin & Fils, Gigondas Vv Brut Zero Castell-in Villa's Chianti Classico RiservaDark and rather roasted, with mesquite and braised fig aromas and flavors leading the way, followed by currant confiture, fruitcake and melted black licorice. Hefty and powerful, but singed apple wood and iron notes on the finish give this the cut and definition it needs for balance. Very long. An impressive wine. Drink now through 2018. 50 cases imported. JM