Marchese Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG

Since 2011, the grapes have come entirely from Tenuta Tignanello between the Greve and Pesa valleys; the vineyards lie in the heart of Chianti Classico, although the technical sheet does not give specific soil details for this wine. After around a week of fermentation in stainless steel, there is approximately ten days of skin contact. Malolactic fermentation occurs spontaneously. The blend then matures for around twelve months in French and Hungarian barriques and a further twelve months in bottle. The 2022 vintage shows black cherry, violet, rose petal, vanilla and cocoa powder; on the palate it is lively, juicy and full-bodied, with supple yet supporting tannins and a long, spicy, savoury finish.