Tasting Sangiovese: Chianti vs Brunello and What's "Super Tuscan" wine? Wine #39 of 52

Sangiovese is as synonymous with Tuscany, Italy as Cabernet is to Napa Valley. And just like Napa there are many sub regions within Tuscany where we find great examples of this varietal. This week is a head-to-head tasting of a Sangiovese from Chianti Classico and a Brunello di Montalcino. Other examples of Tuscan Sangiovese wines include Rosso di Montepulciano and Vino Noble di Montepulciano - which is NOT to be confused with the grape Montepulciano d'Abruzzo!
All of these are examples of Sangiovese, and each region offers different subtle variations on this incredibly food friendly varietal. So grab a slice of Margherita pizza and sit back and enjoy the episode!
Tip of the Week: what is a "Super Tuscan" wine?

This week's wines:
Monsanto
Chianti Classico Riserva
2014
14% ABV
~$25

Medium ruby color
Aromas and flavors of dried cherries, fig, roasted tomato, black olive, potpourri, and some rustic barnyard funk!
Dry, Medium+ tannins, M+ acidity, M+ alcohol, M+ body
Good balance, good length, average intensity and complexity
Score 7.5 out of 10

Baccinetti
Brunello di Montalcino
2010
15% ABV
$40

Deep ruby color
Intense aromas and flavors of dried cherries, stewed tomato, barnyard, vanilla.
Dry, HIGH tannins, high acidity, high alcohol, high body.
Great balance, length, intensity, and complexity!
Score 8.5 out of 10

0:00 Start
0:20 About Sangiovese
3:25 Tasting Sangiovese
10:35 Tip of the Week
13:30 Coming up Next!

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