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Chianti Classico DOCG 2022 from San Leonino, 100 % Sangiovese, aged at least 12 months, offered in a large 1.5 L format at €12.74 per 75 cl. No awards or farming practices are specified, which limits the estate's recognition.
Chianti Classico DOCG appellation and Sangiovese named, Chianti Classico production zone specified; red fruit profile, spezie and note floreali consistent with the appellation.
No awards or guide mentioned; producer San Leonino named but with no attested reputation in the sources, hence a rating in the absence-of-information range.
Large 1.5 L format at €25.48 (crossed-out price €31.19), i.e. €12.74 brought back to 75 cl: consistent, even well-placed, price for a Chianti Classico DOCG.
Specific pairings (carni rosse, formaggi stagionati, piatti toscani), aromatic profile described and serving temperature of 16-18°C indicated; the wine is presented as young but already complex.
San Leonino estate named and located in Tuscany; fermentation in steel, maceration on the skins and ageing of at least 12 months specified, but neither manual harvesting nor organic farming mentioned.
Independent rating, calculated from the property's public information and traveler reviews. Commissions received on bookings are not included in the rating.
Comment on noteThe wine
I invite you to discover a gem that captures the very spirit of Chianti: the Chianti Classico DOCG from the San Leonino estate. This wine is a direct dive into the heart of Tuscany, a promise of authenticity and elegance that I am delighted to share with you.
Nestled in the heart of the Tuscan hills, the San Leonino estate benefits from an exceptional terroir, where the Mediterranean climate and clay-limestone soils shape the unique character of its wines. Sangiovese, the region's emblematic grape variety, finds its purest expression here. This 2022 vintage, the fruit of work respectful of tradition, is a true ode to this generous land.
The vinification of this Chianti Classico is designed to reveal all the richness of Sangiovese. After fermentation in steel tanks, maceration on the skins extracts color and structure. The wine is then aged for at least 12 months, a period during which it gains in complexity and harmony. The result is a wine that combines freshness and structure, revealing the vitality of its origin.
From the very first glance, this Chianti Classico displays an intense red color, a promise of beautiful concentration. On the nose, I am immediately seduced by an enveloping bouquet where notes of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and plum, mingle, complemented by spicy touches. Delicate floral nuances and hints of aromatic herbs evoke the surrounding rural landscape, like an invitation to stroll through the vineyards.
On the palate, the tannic texture is soft yet persistent, offering a pleasant roundness. The wine unfolds with balance, leaving a sapid finish that irresistibly invites a second glass. It is a wine that, despite its youth, already expresses beautiful complexity and promising depth.
To accompany this Chianti Classico from San Leonino, I suggest you turn to dishes that will showcase its structure and aromas. Roasted red meats, game, or aged cheeses will be ideal partners. Imagine it with a traditional Tuscan dish, such as a wild boar stew or a peposo all'Imprunetina. It is the perfect companion for a convivial dinner among friends or a moment of sharing with family, where the richness of Tuscan cuisine meets the elegance of its wines. Let yourself be carried away by this sensory journey to the heart of Tuscany.
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