Barone Ricasoli Casalferro 2018

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Barone Ricasoli
Casalferro 2018

Vintage : 2018
Country : Italy
Region : Tuscany
Subregion
Type : Red
Style Rich and Spicy
Format : 75cl
Alcohol : 14,5°
Grappes : 100% Merlot

Casalferro was first produced in 1993 when Francesco Ricasoli became President of the company. A pure Merlot produced only during the best years, Casalferro is obtained from the vineyard of the same name which contributes to the exclusive personality of this great Chianti merlot.

Experts		Score	Vintage
JS	James Suckling	95	2018
RP	Robert Parker	93	2018
WS	Wine Spectator	92	2018
DCT	Decanter	94	2015
VN	Vinous (Antonio Galloni)	91	2010

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From the same producer

This monovarietal merlot stands out for its balsamic, mineral and spicy notes that cover the black and red berries at the beginning, but then have to surrender to them as they appear and amplify in the glass during the tasting. Young and exuberant. Rich, vigorous and powerful. A delicious wine to drink straight away. A wine also able to defy time. It can be enjoyed for a long time.

James Suckling (JS) : 95 Points (2018)

A very precise and beautiful merlot with violets, spices and blackcurrants. Extremely perfumed. Medium-bodied with ultra-fine tannins and a long, lustrous finish, showing finesse and complexity. Delicious to drink now, but will improve with age. About 9,000 bottles. Drink or hold.

Robert Parker (RP) : 93 Points (2018)

During my visit to Barone Ricasoli, Francesco Ricasoli described the 2018 vintage as challenging and 2019 as balanced. The 2018 Casalferro, made from 100% Merlot, takes on that challenge. The last vintage we saw was 2016, because this wine was not produced in the scorching hot 2017 vintage. In fact, this edition was released later than normal and the price point is higher. The bottle sports a new design. Cool-climate fruit, sourced from various sites, including one that is located 500 meters above sea level, is the Casalferro secret. It delivers vertical power and intensity with dark fruit, spice and dried mint. This wine is drinking beautifully right now.

Wine Spectator (WS) : 92 Points (2018)

A mouthfilling version, this red delivers plum, loam, cedar and sweet spice flavors. Balanced, with dense yet well-integrated tannins. Ends with notes of rosemary and thyme. Fine length. Merlot. Drink now.

Decanter (DCT) : 94 Points (2015)

Spicy oak with red fruit, blueberry and cherry aromas. The palate is gently smoky with fine tannin and a chalky minerality.

Vinous (Antonio Galloni) (VN) : 91 Points (2010)

The 2010 Casalferro is 100% Merlot. Tar, licorice, smoke, iron and a host of dark nuances give the 2010 its sense of weight and gravitas. There is a lot going on in the glass in this powerful, imposing wine.

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