In 1961 Fabrizio Bianchi, a successful textile manufacturer from Milan, purchased Castello di Monsanto and, in so doing, realized a long-held dream. Captivated by the beauty of Tuscany and convinced of the property's winemaking potential, Bianchi undertook the complete restoration of the vineyards and winery, while his wife, Giuliana, oversaw the restoration of the villa. Bianchi has relentlessly pursued the highest standards of quality, with particular emphasis on grape selection, natural vinification and a judicious use of technology.
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Italy » Chianti Classico
James Suckling 96 "Aromas of plums, cherries and hints of green olives. White truffles and deep earth, too. Full-bodied, so layered and beautiful with a fabulous
Wine Spectator 91 “An elegant red, full of black currant, cherry, spice and herb flavors. Elegant and taut, in the traditional style, with fine complexity and
Wine Spectator 92 WS TOP 100 2012 Rank 31 "A powerful and opulent style, this red displays ripe cherry, black currant, violet and tobacco aromas and flavors.
Decanter 95 "Very immediate on the nose, with ripe summer fruit and hints of powder puff and potpourri. Very young and intense but still a little
Wine Spectator 92 WS TOP 100 2011 Rank 31 "This ripe, juicy red is full of sanguine notes, along with black cherry and blackberry flavors. The tannins
Wine Advocate 92 "The 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva is a very pretty, centered wine. Dark cherries, plums, spices, menthol, cedar, game and tobacco are some of
James Suckling 93 "A fruity, delicious red with sliced-plum and lemon-rind character. Full body with light tannins and a flavorful finish. I like the traditional, honest
James Suckling 93 "A silky and pretty red with dried cherry and lemon peel aromas and flavors. Full to medium body, firm tannins and a fruity
Wine Spectator 91 WS Top 100 2016 Rank 58 Ruby red tending towards garnet. Rich, intense and complex nose with notes of black cherry and spice. Full
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