2004 Montevertine Pian del Ciampolo

We fell in love with this wine from the 1998 vintage when the distributor was practically giving it away. We bought many cases, but unfortunately had to play catch-up to find the wine again and missed all save the 2004 vintage.

Initially we were disappointed with the wine, but now it is drinking wonderfully - although not as good as the 1998.

This blend of Sangiovese, Canailo and Colorino from Radda in Chianti is a light wine, barely opaque, but packed with flavor. Again, a little austere in the Italian Chianti style, with hints of high note bright berries, dusty forrest floor, mild tannins, with a lingering finish of old vines. I really love this wine, unfortunately this is my last bottle.

We sell the Pian del Ciampolo at BONDA for about $48, but I would probably pay more at another restaurant. We get the 2005 vintage at the end of November, but sadly have to wait until February to taste.