Chianti Classico 2017 Castello di Meleto
This very traditional Chianti is not for fans of modern, rich and full bodied reds. So if you decide to try it out expect a pale ruby colour, a classic old school nose that displays spicy red berry with floral and animal hints. Light to medium bodied, in a fresh rather elegant style with surprising length. This blast from the past Chianti will marry perfectly with simply grilled chicken. Even the label is very old school. Enjoy!
Country : Italy
Price : 22,95 $
Code SAQ: 14506660
Score : 88/100
Medium ruby colour, the charming nose displays scents of red berry jam with earthy and spicy hints on the finish. Just enough oak on this medium bodied easy drinking red. A lovely blend of Tempranillo (85%), Graciano (10%) and Mazuelo (5%) that offers great balance and good length. In a rather elegant style, this charming rojo will marry perfectly with a grilled veal cutlet with mushrooms. Enjoy !
This well priced Bordeaux delivers the goods! A lovely blend of Merlot (85%) and Cabernet Franc (15%) from the reputed Saint-Emilion sub-region. A youthful red that displays some oak with dark plum, field berries and graphite. From the outstanding 2016 vintage, a typical Grand Cru offering fresh acidity, good extract and a firm structure. Well balanced it should evolve favourably (3 to 5 years). A simply grilled New York cut steak will do the trick. Enjoy!
A lovely blend of Grenache (50%), Syrah (35%) and Mourvèdre (15%) from a Languedoc appellation that merits our attention (Faugères). Crafted by a reputed Rhône winemaker (Pierre Gaillard), in a ripe style that remains balanced. Deeply coloured, the nose displays dark berry scents (blackberries, currant, cherry) with a hint of smoke (Syrah). This well priced red offers amazing richness with good volume and length. Will match perfectly with grilled beef and lamb. Enjoy!
The blend of this fine Biodynamic red from South West seems to change every year : less Merlot (20%) and more Cabernet Franc (40%) and Abouriou (40%) in the excellent 2018 vintage. But the nose remains quite «funky» with animal, floral and mineral scents complementing the berry aromas. Surprising richness, but remains balanced and elegant. Try with your favorite grilled sausages. Decant an hour before to let it breathe. Enjoy!
This lovely organic red is made with equal parts of Blaufrankisch and Zweigelt. Slightly fruity with floral, vegetal and mineral hints. Medium bodied and quite tasty, it displays surprising ripe flavours (surely due to a sun soaked 2018 vintage). A slight bitter finish assures freshness and balance, while adding length. Barbecued veal or pork will do the trick. Enjoy!
A great red for summer weather ! The reputed district of Vittoria is well known for its excellent reds made with Frappato. The youthful nose displays charming spicy red fruit scents. A very typical example of Frappato : light bodied and easy drinking, but surprisingly flavourful. Match this elegant satisfying red with your favorite patés, cold cuts and dried sausages. Enjoy !
Looking for something different? Try this very unusual white perfect for hot summer days. Made from a rare old Piedmonte grape called Timorasso, this aromatic unoaked white displays intense fruity and flowery aromas enhanced by honey and dried hay scents. Well balanced with fresh acidity, a flavourful and lengthy bianco perfect for grilled or fried calamari. Enjoy!
A tough task to find good Pinot at affordable prices ! This lovely Loire example is from a very warm vintage. Deeply coloured for Pinot, the ripe berry scents confirm the rather hot climatic conditions experienced in 2018. Soft, round and quite flavourful for this appellation ; Reuilly wines being usually lighter if not delicate. Well balanced with good length, this charming Pinot will match perfectly with barbecued chicken. Enjoy !
Made with old vines, this lovely Chenin Blanc will seduce fans of unoaked whites. Its very aromatic nose is reminiscent of a fruit cocktail (apple, peach and pear) with an underlying flowery scent. A very dry, intense, fresh, well balanced wine that displays good length. This superb Chenin will marry well with simply grilled shrimp on the BBQ. Enjoy!