### 2016 Casale dello Sparviero Fattoria Campoperi Chianti Classico Vigna Paronza [Sangiovese] 750


The 2016 Casale dello Sparviero Fattoria Campoperi Chianti Classico Vigna Paronza is a distinguished Sangiovese from Tuscany, Italy. Produced by Casale dello Sparviero, this red wine comes from the renowned Chianti Classico appellation and is sealed with a traditional cork closure. Boasting an alcohol content of 14.5%, it is a full-bodied wine with a rich flavor profile.

James Suckling awarded this wine an excellent score of 94 points. In his review from November 7, 2019, he describes an array of complex aromas: "Dried cherries, tar, nutmeg, forest floor, red licorice and chili pepper all spring out of the glass." He also emphasizes the wine's structure, noting it is "very chewy and structured on the palate with loads of ripe but harmonious tannins and a plethora of dried and fresher fruit, punctuated by a fine layering of acidity." Suckling concludes that the wine is "long and intense on the finish" and suggests it will be best enjoyed starting in 2022.

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate also provided a favorable review, scoring the wine 91 points. The review, dated March 12, 2021, describes the 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna Paronza as "a wine of large and sweeping scope to be considered with a grilled, marinated steak." The review highlights its "array of ripe aromas with cherry and raspberry confit, backed by some savory notes of rosemary essence, baking spice and iron ore." The wine is noted for its "natural heaviness or richness that comes from both the fruit and the oak-aging."

In summary, the 2016 Casale dello Sparviero Fattoria Campoperi Chianti Classico Vigna Paronza is a robust and complex Sangiovese that has garnered praise for its rich palate and intricate aromas. With high scores from notable reviewers, this wine is a noteworthy choice for enthusiasts seeking a well-structured and flavorful Chianti Classico.