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Monsanto Chianti Classico Riserva 2006

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Don't recall the exact date that it was consumed however it was late in its evolution. I would guess 2017. Held off drinking it until Chris was able to partake as she had purchased it for me as a gift. Also had same wine when in Italy, but perhaps not the same vintage. Enjoyable bottle of wine, but don't remember being wowed by it. Its connection, who gave it to me and the writing on the bottle is what made it special. Added to the empty bottle collection.

Wayne Gretzky Estates No. 99 Meritage 2007, Niagara Peninsula

Cave De Tain Les Hauts Du Fief Crozes Hermitage 2007, Ac

Frescobaldi Tenuta Di Castiglioni 2008, Igt Toscana

Château De Fontenelles Cuvée Notre Dame Corbières 2008, Ac

Jackson Triggs Okanagan Estate Proprietors' Grand Reserve Shiraz 2006, VQA Okanagan Valley

April 2020.....ancient history....recollection is it reminded me very much of an Austrailian shiraz but better somehow. Remember buying 3, but only kept two...scaling back on recent purchase which in this case was probably the smart thing. It was good, but not great.

Altaïr Sideral 2005, Rapel Valley

June 2021....pretty sure bought 2 of these.
Recollection is first one had a really strong funky aroma, would not appeal to many. Wine was strong & full. The second one was had late in its evolution and had tamed some. I may have enjoyed it a little more this way.

Lenswood Hills Pinot Noir 2010, Adelaide Hills

Bonterra Cabernet Sauvignon 2009, Mendocino County

Santa Carolina Dry Farming Carignan 2008, Cauquenes Valley