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Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2021 by Antinori, pure Sangiovese from the UGA Fattoria San Sano in Gaiole in Chianti, aged about 11 months in rovere. No awards or guides are mentioned, and the price of €152.50 remains high without any attested distinction.
Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione, pure Sangiovese, Gaiole in Chianti zone and UGA Fattoria San Sano named: appellation and terroir expressed with precision.
No awards or guides mentioned; Marchesi Antinori is a renowned named producer, but without any attested distinction in the sources.
€152.50 for a Gran Selezione of this rank, with a strikethrough price of €176.36: consistent, but no distinction justifies the high price.
Detailed aromatic profile (cherry, blood orange, mint, blueberries, cedar) and precise pairings (red meats, roasts, game, aged cheeses), served at 16-18 °C.
Marchesi Antinori named and located in Gaiole in Chianti; fermentation in steel, maceration, malolactic and aging in rovere about 11 months specified.
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Comment on noteThe wine
Let me guide you to a Tuscan gem, a wine that embodies the elegance and depth of its terroir. This Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from the Marchesi Antinori estate is an invitation to a sensory journey, a promise of unforgettable moments.
I'm taking you to Gaiole in Chianti, in the heart of the UGA Fattoria San Sano, where history meets winemaking passion. Marchesi Antinori, an emblematic name of Tuscany, crafts this wine there with ancestral know-how. This Chianti Classico is made from Sangiovese in purezza, the region's king grape variety, which here expresses all its nobility.
This 2021 vintage reveals itself with a deep and inviting color. On the nose, I perceive a symphony of ripe red fruits, notably cherry and blood orange, interwoven with notes of aromatic herbs, mint and blueberries. A veil of spicy cedar completes this complex and refined bouquet. On the palate, the tannins are present but silky, caressing the palate with elegance. The lively acidity supports the wine, giving it beautiful freshness and a savory structure that leads to a persistent and delicate finish. It is a harmonious wine, where the balance between fruit and spices is perfectly mastered.
To elevate this Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, I recommend pairing it with characterful dishes. Imagine it alongside grilled red meats, a flavorful roast, or a simmered game dish. It also pairs wonderfully with aged cheeses and pasta with rich meat sauces. It is the ideal companion for convivial meals, evenings with friends, or a moment of solitary contemplation. Don't forget to serve it between 16 and 18°C and to let it breathe for a few minutes before tasting, so that it reveals all its splendor.
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