Taste of Italy
Tuscany anchors this group of well-priced reds, with nods to Piedmont and Abbruzzo. Carmignano is a traditional blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, while the Rocca di Castagnoli Riserva adds Pugnitello and Foglia Tonda to the Sangiovese base.
G.D. VAJRA Barolo Albe 2021 (94, $42) Supple, elegant, discreet; strawberry, raspberry, cherry, rose, eucalyptus
CAPRAIA Chianti Classico Riserva 2021 (93, $35) Cherry, pomegranate, blood orange, iron, Tuscan scrub; linear complex, juicy
ROCCA DI CASTAGNOLI Chianti Classico Poggio a’ Frati Riserva 2021 (93, $37) Intense, sinewy; cherry, juniper, tomato leaf, iron
ROCCA DI CASTAGNOLI Chianti Classico Riserva 2021 (92, $30) Cherry, blackberry, tomato leaf, juniper, iron; compact, reserved
CASTELLO DI RADDA Chianti Classico 2023 (91, $24) Ripe, harmonious; cherry, raspberry, wild herbs, mineral, tobacco
ENRICO PIERAZZUOLI Carmignano Le Farnete 2022 (91, $23) Black…
