Frescobaldi Castello di Nipozzano, Chianti Rufina, Vecchie Viti, Riserva 2012 (1.5L) Sine Qua Non La Romanée and Romanée-Saint-Vivant from

La Romanée and Romanée-Saint-Vivant from the north

which has been incredibly consistent and satisfying over the past 5-7 years and just about impossible to resist

This is the third release from this difficult vineyard

The 1939 vintage in Europe was generally considered difficult due to the outbreak of WWII

overlaying a sapid base of ripe cherry and strawberry

Frescobaldi Castello di Nipozzano, Chianti Rufina, Vecchie Viti, Riserva 2012 (1.5L) Sine Qua Non La Romanée and Romanée-Saint-Vivant from92 Points James Suckling (no note provided) Winery Notes Nipozzano 2012 is ruby coloured with purple reflections. Entry on the nose is floral, clean aromas of sweet violet which prevail over the fruitiness. Then, raspberry, blackcurrant and cherry, accompanied by liquorice scents and spicy notes of Muscat and white pepper. At the end sweet notes of black plum jam and almond candy appear. Entry on the palate is warm and decisive, with tannins readily