The Italian Job
Chianti Classico figures prominently in this group from Italy, a tribute to the superb 2016 vintage. Lovers of heartier reds should check out the Aglianico, while those looking to put a sparkle in their day would do well to try the two outstanding values in bollicine.
ISOLE & OLENA Chianti Classico 2016 (93, $29) Broad, complex, vibrant; plum, black cherry, almond, leather, earth
ROCCA DELLE MACÌE Chianti Classico Famiglia Zingarelli Riserva 2016 (93, $27) Plum, black cherry, leather, earth, macchia; ripe, expressive
CASTELLO DI MELETO Chianti Classico Meleto 2016 (92, $20) Fresh, muscular; black cherry, blackberry, plum, mint, tobacco, earth
LA MONTINA Brut Franciacorta Saten NV (91, $26) Black cherry, orchard blossom, blood orange zest, spice box; creamy, lip-smacking
SAN MARTINO Aglianico del Vulture Arberesko 2016 (91,…
