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Chianti Classico DOCG 2023 from San Giusto Rentennano, sangiovese fermented in steel then aged at least 12 months, notes of red fruits, violet and spices. No award is mentioned and the organic character is not specified.
Chianti Classico DOCG, sangiovese as the sole grape, Chianti Classico zone and galestro/alberese soils described: appellation and terroir expressed with precision.
No award or guide cited for the 2023 vintage; the producer is named but without any attested distinction, hence a rating in the lower range.
At €21.01, with a crossed-out price of €25.77, the price matches that of a Chianti Classico DOCG without distinction: fair, nothing more.
Food pairings: red meats, aged cheeses, Tuscan dishes and pappardelle al cinghiale; profile of red fruits, violet, vanilla; serve at 16-18 °C.
San Giusto Rentennano named and located in the Chianti hills; fermentation in steel with maceration, aging of at least 12 months; organic not specified.
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
Imagine yourself in the heart of Tuscany, where every hill tells a story. This Chianti Classico from San Giusto Rentennano is that story held in your hands, a wine that embodies the elegance and depth of its terroir. It whispers to you the secrets of a centuries-old tradition, with the promise of an authentic and memorable tasting experience.
I'll take you to the hills of Chianti, where the San Giusto Rentennano estate grows its vines with deep respect for the land. The soil, rich in galestro and alberese, along with ideal climatic conditions, forge the unique character of this wine. It is here that Sangiovese, Tuscany's flagship grape, flourishes fully, giving rise to a pure and complex expression of its terroir. The estate is committed to sustainable farming practices, a philosophy I share and find essential to preserving the authenticity of these landscapes.
When you pour this Chianti Classico, you discover an intense ruby red color, dotted with garnet highlights that testify to its careful aging. On the nose, it offers an elegant bouquet of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and blackberry, interwoven with floral notes of violet. A spicy touch of vanilla and tobacco, subtly imparted by its maturation in oak barrels, completes this olfactory picture. On the palate, it reveals itself rich and enveloping, with silky, well-integrated tannins that give it a velvety texture. Its freshness, balanced by beautiful acidity, makes this wine vibrant and harmonious. Its fermentation in steel with skin maceration and its aging of at least 12 months contribute to this complexity and balanced structure.
For me, this Chianti Classico is an invitation to conviviality. It will be the perfect companion for your meals, whether grilled red meats, aged cheeses, or traditional Tuscan dishes. Picture it alongside pappardelle al cinghiale, a classic pairing that will transport you straight to Italy. It is a wine that celebrates flavors and shared moments, a true ode to the dolce vita. Let yourself be seduced by its character and finesse; it will charm you with every sip.