Lornano is one of those Chianti Classico estates that requires patience, both from its makers and its buyers. The...

This is a maturing mid weight Chianti with a woodsy, leathery nose. There is some currant fruit in the mix but expect...

Note: second night, poured glass and left on counter for 90 mins. Seemed a bit more open/softer - needs time.

Certainly more deeply coloured than most CC that you come across. As expected, red fruit (cherry, red currant) dominates the palate along with a hint of oak. However, this finish is quite tannic and astringent, almost like they were trying too hard (over-extraction?). Tough to judge this wine now, certainly less joyous than the '15 at the same stage. Give this until mid-2023. I will open my second bottle then and see if this improves. Tasted Oct 2021.

Ripe and funky with spices, currant, red and purple fruit aromas. It's medium+ bodied with dark berry, currant, and savoury oak flavours supported by good acidity and chunky tannins that could use year or two to integrate. Very good length on the savoury finish. Tasted Oct/2019.