Santa Margherita

Riserva Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend

8.863 ratings

9.02 pro ratings

Chianti Classico, Chianti, Tuscany, Italy

Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Manchego & Parmesan, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Pungent Cheese, Chicken, Salami & Prosciutto, Soft Cheese, Duck, Turkey

Top Notes For

8.8

Savory elements currants and tar on this 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva with compote fruit spice

Savory elements currants and tar on this 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva with compote fruit spice

Jan 31st, 2015

10

I took a very small sip to taste and I am excited to try a full glass (or two or three) next time.

I took a very small sip to taste and I am excited to try a full glass (or two or three) next time.

Aug 22nd, 2015

7.7

One dimensional. I guess I expected more complexity from a 2008.

One dimensional. I guess I expected more complexity from a 2008.

Aug 13th, 2015

8.0

Drinkable session wine, a lá The Sun Also Rises. No punch, no power, but could drink for hours before, during, and after a meal. Or before, during, and after watching bullfights.

Drinkable session wine, a lá The Sun Also Rises. No punch, no power, but could drink for hours before, during, and after a meal. Or before, during, and after watching bullfights.

Apr 28th, 2015

Melissa Brackley

8.6

As a fan of Sangiovese, I thought I would be more thrilled than I am. Good, savory, almost salty green olive taste, but a tad bitter for my tastes. Overall enjoyment, however.

As a fan of Sangiovese, I thought I would be more thrilled than I am. Good, savory, almost salty green olive taste, but a tad bitter for my tastes. Overall enjoyment, however.

Apr 28th, 2015

8.7

Excellent everyday wine

Excellent everyday wine

Jan 16th, 2015

8.5

Like it. Good value. Medium bodied but still good.

Like it. Good value. Medium bodied but still good.

Jan 8th, 2015

8.9

Pretty good chianti I typically don't like reserves as much because they are so bold but this one wasn't too much. 2008 vintage.

Pretty good chianti I typically don't like reserves as much because they are so bold but this one wasn't too much. 2008 vintage.

Nov 24th, 2014

9.0

2008 Vintage

2008 Vintage

Nov 5th, 2014

8.7

Really yummy 🎭

Really yummy 🎭

Oct 27th, 2014