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Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva
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Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva

Red Chianti Classico (San Casciano, Gaiole, Castellina, Greve) Marchesi Antinori Estate
24,77 €
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Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva 2023 from Marchesi Antinori, 90 % Sangiovese complemented by Cabernet and Merlot, aged in large cask and barrique until spring. No awards or guides are mentioned, and the price of €24.77 remains the main benchmark for positioning the bottle.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %7,6

    Chianti Classico DOCG appellation named with the four municipalities (San Casciano, Gaiole, Castellina, Greve) and Sangiovese at 90 %, complemented by Cabernet and Merlot.

  • Recognition20 %6,2

    No awards or guides mentioned; the producer Marchesi Antinori is named, but without any distinction attested in the text.

  • Value for money25 %7,4

    At €24.77 (crossed-out price €27.31) for a Chianti Classico Riserva from this producer, the price remains consistent with the standing of the appellation.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,8

    Precise pairings (roast lamb, bistecca, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature indicated at 16–18 °C, with decanting recommended.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %7,7

    Marchesi Antinori named and located in Chianti Classico; fermentation in steel at 28–30 °C, 10–14 days maceration and ageing in large cask and barrique until spring.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Technical sheet

Grape variety90% Sangiovese; Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
AppellationDOCG
Production zoneChianti Classico (San Casciano, Gaiole, Castellina, Greve)
Vintage2023
Alcohol content14.0%
Format75 cl
ColorRuby red
Serving temperature16–18°C
Food and wine pairingAgnello arrostito, bistecca, formaggi stagionati

The wine

Villa Antinori Riserva: the soul of Chianti Classico

Today I invite you to explore a Chianti Classico Riserva that embodies elegance and tradition. This wine, from a prestigious lineage, whispers the history of Tuscany to you with every sip, without ever falling into exuberance.

Marchesi Antinori: the heritage of an exceptional terroir

This Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva takes root in the emblematic hills of the Chianti Classico region, a territory where Sangiovese reigns supreme. The Marchesi Antinori estate, with its centuries-old history, meticulously selects the best grapes for its Villa Antinori line. The 2023 vintage of this wine is mainly composed of Sangiovese (90%), complemented by Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, a blend that gives it its structure and complexity.

Its colour reveals an intense ruby, a promise of great depth. On the nose, you will discover aromas of ripe cherry and violet, interwoven with notes of blood orange, sweet spices, cocoa and a subtle touch of tobacco. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled steel tanks (28-30°C) with 10 to 14 days of maceration. The ageing, for its part, takes place in wood (large casks and barriques) until spring, shaping polished tannins and balanced acidity. On the palate, it reveals a well-defined structure, beautiful persistence and fruity notes that invite another glass.

Gourmet pairings and special moments

This Chianti Classico Riserva is an ideal companion for the authentic flavours of Italian cuisine. Picture it alongside roast lamb, a succulent bistecca alla fiorentina, or to elevate aged cheeses. It also pairs very well with dishes based on mushrooms or light game.

I recommend serving it in a large glass, at a moderate temperature. Brief decanting can help it reveal the full extent of its aromas. Whether you choose to enjoy it young for its liveliness or let it evolve in the cellar, this wine is an invitation to share convivial moments and refined yet informal meals. It is a true expression of Tuscany, to be discovered and savoured.

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With 90 % Sangiovese, this Riserva keeps Chianti Classico firmly at the centre, while the Cabernet and Merlot give it extra body: serve it with a bistecca and let it breathe a little, little snout included.

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