Lionello Marchesi Chianti Superiore Castello di Monastero

Sat, 08/12/17, $2 Tasting (Vintage Wines Ltd., San Diego, CA) : Browning on rim N: Earthy with vanilla aspects, + a touch of funk P: MF body; Rndish entry with almost swtish frt met by some pucker & an astringent, ALMOST bitterish character which, fairly seamlessly, morphs into a LONG, ult bitterish finish. Pleasant enough, & an *extraordinary* QPR @ this vendor's (closeout) $3.95, though NOT something I'd identify as a Chianti. Drink over the next 12 mos as it's …

Over the hill and spoiled by soft raisin and prune notes unfortunately. Has lost its fruit and brightness if it ever had any.