Old World charm, New World energy.
full-bodied
Tuscany
Lornano Le Bandite Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2017
$80
$39.90
$239.40 / 6PK
"The nose is intense and with typical ripe wild berries such as blackberry and raspberry followed by spicy hints in which the note of liquorice predominates, accompanied by notes of tobacco. It is a full-bodied, austere wine, with succulent tannins and a fresh acidity with a long and expressive finish characterised by blood orange notes in the after taste that temps to drink it." – James Suckling
$239.40 / 6PK
Why do we love this wine?
We’ve been importing a couple of wines from Tuscan producer Lornano for a few years now. All the buzz from our Mofos made us realise it was time to expand the range. This is Chianti Classico Riserva of the highest order. 100% sangiovese sourced from a vineyard at 330 metres over shale and alluvial soil. After fermentation, it sees about 20 months in French oak, which adds a cedary backdrop to the wine. This is more of a complement to the fruit rather than an overt presence thankfully, as the wine is wonderfully in balance. You’ll find black cherry, plum, licorice, earthen notes and even hints of balsam in the wine. The tannins are velvety and lead into a long mineral-laden finish. Keep the hits coming, Lornano.
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Wine nerd stuff
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Vintage
2017
Region
Tuscany
Cellaring
2032
Preservatives
Sulphites
Alc. by volume
15%
Closure
Cork
Bottle volume
Standard 750ml
Blend info
100% Sangiovese
