Barone Ricasoli, Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione, Chianti Classico 2018

2018 was a healthy vintage following a warm, dry summer. This Gran Selezione is youthful but already drinking well, its sweet core of ripe red and black cherries framed by integrated tannins and smooth acidity. Licks of spice, vanilla pod, wood, violets, herbs and tar lend complexity and potential for further improvement.