Frescobaldi Castello di Nipozzano, Chianti Rufina, Vecchie Viti, Riserva 2012 (1.5L) Sine Qua Non perfect wine is the 2012

perfect wine is the 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer to Kalon Vineyard Old Sparky

many journalists and winemakers seem to mutter under their breath that in a few short years the son may have already surpassed qualitatively the remarkable achievements of the father

Drink it any time over the coming 10-15 years

I love its texture

overlaying a sapid base of ripe cherry and strawberry

Frescobaldi Castello di Nipozzano, Chianti Rufina, Vecchie Viti, Riserva 2012 (1.5L) Sine Qua Non perfect wine is the 201292 Points James Suckling (no note provided) Winery Notes Nipozzano 2012 is ruby coloured with purple reflections. Entry on the nose is floral, clean aromas of sweet violet which prevail over the fruitiness. Then, raspberry, blackcurrant and cherry, accompanied by liquorice scents and spicy notes of Muscat and white pepper. At the end sweet notes of black plum jam and almond candy appear. Entry on the palate is warm and decisive, with tannins readily