Rating 94
Style Red
Variety
Vintage 2016
Appellation
Tuscany
Italy
ABV 13.5%
Price $15.00 Value Pick  Buy This Wine
Print Shelf Talker
Reviewed By
Reviewed 2019-02-20

Perfect For

Dinner Parties, Popping Bottles, Wine And Cheese Night

Drink If You Like

Nebbiolo, Pinot Noir , Sangiovese

Borgo Scopeto Chianti Classico DOCG 2016 Review

This wine is only $15 and packs one hell of a punch, and by punch I mean sour cherry punch. There is such vibrant cherry that all other aromas play second fiddle, forest floor and floral follow, and that’s just fine. Wines from this commune in the zone tend to be chewy and structured and this has both without being too much of one or the other. The bright and bountiful acidity calms the tannins making this wine the definition of tangy Sangiovese. There is a lot of Classico out there but if you see this one don’t even think about it; grab it.

As of 2024, VinePair no longer participates in any affiliate programs. All links included in our content are as a convenience to our readers, not for earning commission — we receive no monetary value from them. Learn more about our tastings & review department here!

Related Reads

Related Sangiovese Reviews

Ryme Cellars Sangiovese Friulano

Ryme Cellars Sangiovese Friulano 2022:
A co-ferment of two Italian varieties made in California? Sign us up. The red Sangiovese grape and white Friulano grape are fermented ...

Carpineto Brunello di Montalcino

Carpineto Brunello di Montalcino 2018:
Carpineto is a journey that began between friends in 1967 to produce the highest quality Chianti Classico. But they didn’t stop there. ...

Stolpman 'Love You Bunches' Red

Stolpman 'Love You Bunches' Red 2022:
From the cool-climate pockets of Santa Barbara county comes this unique carbonic Sangiovese. The nose has bruised fruit and some earthy, ...

Featured Sangiovese Articles

The World’s Top 10 Wine Destinations for 2023

The World’s Top 10 Wine Destinations for 2023:
From here in America to around the world, these are the top 10 wine travel destinations for 2023. See the best of wine country now.

94
POINTS
Borgo Scopeto Chianti Classico DOCG 2016
This wine is only $15 and packs one hell of a punch, and by punch I mean sour cherry punch. There is such vibrant cherry that all other aromas play second fiddle, forest floor and floral follow, and that’s just fine. Wines from this commune in the zone tend to be chewy and structured and this has both without being too much of one or the other. The bright and bountiful acidity calms the tannins making this wine the definition of tangy Sangiovese. There is a lot of Classico out there but if you see this one don’t even think about it; grab it.

Reviewed On: 02-20-2019
94
POINTS
Borgo Scopeto Chianti Classico DOCG 2016
This wine is only $15 and packs one hell of a punch, and by punch I mean sour cherry punch. There is such vibrant cherry that all other aromas play second fiddle, forest floor and floral follow, and that’s just fine. Wines from this commune in the zone tend to be chewy and structured and this has both without being too much of one or the other. The bright and bountiful acidity calms the tannins making this wine the definition of tangy Sangiovese. There is a lot of Classico out there but if you see this one don’t even think about it; grab it.

Reviewed On: 02-20-2019