1997 & 1998 Castello di Brolio - Toscana - 2 Magnums (1.5L)

Castello di Brolio Chianti Classico
Appellation: Chianti Classico Docg
Producer: Barone Ricasoli
Year: 1997 - 1998
Grapes: Sangiovese 95%, Colorino 5%
Soils: The vineyards lie on five main geological formations: Macigno del Chianti (sandstone), Scaglia Toscana (galestro), Monte Morello (alberese), Marine deposits (sandy deposits with clay in depth) and Ancient fluvial terrace (silty deposits with clay).
Harvest: The Sangiovese was harvested from September 20 to October 1,
Winemaking: Fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature of 24°C-27° C, with maceration on the skins for 14-16 days.
Aging: 9 months in second and third passage tonneaux.

86/100 Wine Spectator 1997 Vintage Tasted: Oct 1999 - 84/100 CellarTracker 1997 Vintage
86/100 Wine Spectator 1998 Vintage Tasted: Oct 2000 - 89/100 CellarTracker 1998 Vintage
14.5/20 Vinum Wine Magazine 1998 Vintage