Banfi Chianti Classico Riserva Bottle:12 This is veteran master distiller

This is veteran master distiller Lincoln Henderson's newest creation

earth and cigar box

and the faintest hint of nutmeg

which balances youthful malty goodness with the depth of the sherried oak

We met our first producer for our Vino De Mezcal series

Banfi Chianti Classico Riserva Bottle:12 This is veteran master distiller92 Points James Suckling Notes of red plums and bramble berries with dried rose petals, red licorice and bark. Medium to full bodied with chalky texture and vivid fruit. Tannins are velvety and ripe. Racy and spiced on the finish. 90 Points Wine Enthusiast The nose balances the sweetness of cherries and strawberries with savory aromas of stone, hot tar and coffee grounds. The palate leans into the fruit notes, but a smear of bitter orange jam adds