Barone Ricasoli: 2006, 2007, 2008

His ancestor created the blend for Chianti in the 1800s and forever etched the family name of Ricasoli in the mind of Italian wine lovers. However, Francesco Ricasoli has left more of a mark on Italy's famous wine region through producing excellent quality reds in the Chianti Classico region in his winery at Brolio. Francesco is one of the smartest and most dedicated vintners I know in Tuscany. And I like that he makes excellent wines at every price range in the region. I spent an afternoon with him last fall exploring some of his more recent vintages.

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** 2008 Brolio Chianti Classico was tasted but not rated