On land that has supported winegrapes for seven centuries, Tenuta di Nozzole produces wines that respect both tradition and innovation: Chianti Classicos ranging from traditional to fruit-forward, and an IGT Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay. Located north of the village of Greve at Passo dei Pecorai, the Nozzole estate is located in an impressively rugged mountainous area of melancholy beauty and covers roughly 1,000 acres, of which approximately a third are planted in vines and olive groves. The Folonari family purchased the estate in 1971 from Letizia Rimediotti-Mattioli and her husband, who had been producing wine f
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"Crisp, ripe, red berry and cherry aromas are shaped by vibrant, fresh acidity. In the mouth, flavors show classic Sangiovese notes of earth, mushrooms and
James Suckling 91 " A wine with attractive berries and chocolate character. Full body, soft tannins and a clean finish. A little reserved now." Wine
Wine Spectator 87 "Aromas of cooked fruit, with coffee undertones. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long finish. Juicy. Drink now. 20,000 cases made."
Wine Advocate 90 "The 2009 Chianti Classico Riserva Nozzole is a big, dark wine bursting with dark cherries, licorice, tobacco, smoke and dried flowers. This hearty,
" The Tenuta di Nozzole, in the heart of the Chianti Classico zone, has produced wines since the 13th century. The estate covers 2,000 acres
James Suckling 93 "An elegant and fruity Chianti Classico with strawberry, sliced orange, and wet earth character. Full body, fine tannins and a juicy finish.
Shows ripe, crushed red cherry and vanilla aromas and flavors with an earthy note. Bright acidity and soft tannins balance the full-bodied, juicy fruit character.
Crisp, ripe, red berry and cherry aromas are shaped by vibrant, fresh acidity. In the mouth, flavors show classic Sangiovese notes of earth, mushrooms and
James Suckling 92 "Lovely blackberry and blueberry character with a mineral and slightly woody undertone. Full body, chewy tannins and a fresh finish. One that will
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