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Selvapiana Chianti Rufina 2004

Here is a small mystery.  We are all looking for something special when we choose Chianti.  Glamor, of course, a certain balance, not too sweet, not too dry, a certain bella figura, a little racy, a little exotic, not too crazy – – why am I recalling those freshman dorm room conversations about girls?
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5Nov2009 | Tim | 0 comments | Continued
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Selvapiana – When was the last time you loved Chianti this much?

A few miles northeast of Florence, the Rufina district produces excellent Chianti.  Fattoria Selvapiana 2006 is a striking example.  Selvapiana is an ancient estate – once the summer resort of Florentine prelates.  In 1827, the Giuntini Selvapiana family bought the property.  They have stayed to make wine and olive oil for many generations.
The 2006 vendemmia [...]

26Mar2009 | Jason | 0 comments | Continued