IL Borghettois a small family-owned property in Montefiridolfi, at the
northern tip of the Chianti Classico region. The beautiful 30 hectare estate, comprising of olive groves, vineyards and woodland, is owned and managed by the Cavallini family. The vineyards were planted in the late 90’s and consist mainly of sangiovese grapes, with a small percentage of merlot and cabernet sauvignon.
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Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate:
‘IL Borghetto was one of the most pleasant discoveries in my tastings of the wines of Chianti Classico. The estate is quickly establishing itself as one of Tuscany’s hottest new properties. British oenologist Tim Manning…makes some of the most exceptionally balanced, harmonious wines in Tuscany in a style that favors a fairly rich expression of fruit. At their finest, the wines recall great Pinot in their weightless and effortless grace. Simply put, I can’t recommend these wines highly enough.’
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2006 IL Borghetto ‘Bilaccio’ Chianti Classico Riserva
100% Sangiovese
This powerful and elegant wine is produced from a selection of some of the finest sangiovese from the estate, from one of the all-time great vintages. The bouquet shows black fruits, leather and tobacco. The palate is rich and dense with an elegant mouth-feel comparable to Pinot Noir.
92 points - Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate (read review)
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2005 IL Borghetto Chianti Classico Riserva
100% Sangiovese
Using the very best sangiovese from the estate, this Riserva is an impeccable wine of power, structure and character, rich with the flavours of Tuscany. Aromas of blackberry, dark cherries, spice and strawberry follow through to a full-bodied fleshy palate of dark fruits, leather and spice. Matured for 30 months in old and new French oak. ‘This is a remarkable wine in every way’
93 points - Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate (read review)
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