2012 Piccini Chianti - Wine Review

I don't know why, but the word Chianti always, or more accurately usually makes me uninclined to try the wine.
But having recently enjoyed a bottle, with Mr.R. of 2012 Piccini Chianti, I think my opinion has changed.
I really liked this wine, and at about six quid a bottle, it's one I'd definitely drink again.

Not surprisingly, 2012 Piccini Chianti, has won several awards -

• The Dallas Wine Competition, 2014: Bronze 
• Decanter World Wine Awards, 2013: Bronze 
• International Wine & Spirit Competition, 2013: Bronze 
• International Wine Challenge, 2013: Commended

Made using the Sangiovese (Nielluccio) grape, the 2012 Piccini Chianti had a lovely full-on fruity aroma, and flavour, with a bright berry appearance.
It was full of red cherries, black plums, ripe strawberries, delicious raspberries, anise, and liquorice.
Obviously it may have been the food I ate prior to drinking this wine, but the liquorice flavour was really quite intense, which I absolutely loved.
It's a smooth medium-bodied wine, with lots of character.

From the label -
Chianti Piccini is a great international success. An unique Chianti, intensely fruity, with a velvety and soft palate, marked by pleasant notes of ripe berries. 
A versatile wine easy to pair with pasta, pizza and red meat.
Recommended serving temperature: 18C. 
Bottle by: PICCINI Srl - Castellina in Chianti - ITALIA 
www.tenutepiccini.it
Do you like Chianti?
Have you tried the 2012 Piccini Chianti? 
Did you like it?