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Chianti DOCG
Wine

Chianti DOCG

Red Chianti Il Palagio Estate
13,68 €
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7,1/10

Hidden Tuscany Rating

Good

Chianti DOCG 2022 from the Il Palagio estate, Sangiovese at 13°, fermented in steel and aged for at least 12 months, sold for €13.68 instead of €17.35. No award or guide is mentioned, and the viticultural practices remain unspecified.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %7,2

    Chianti DOCG appellation and Chianti zone named, Sangiovese grape variety, ruby color and red fruits consistent with the appellation.

  • Recognition20 %6,2

    No award or guide mentioned; producer Il Palagio named but without any distinction attested in the sources.

  • Value for money25 %7,4

    At €13.68 after a crossed-out price of €17.35, the price remains moderate for a 2022 vintage Chianti DOCG.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,3

    Precise pairings (red meats, aged cheeses, Tuscan dishes), fruity and spicy profile described, serving temperature indicated at 16-18 °C.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %7,1

    Il Palagio estate located in Chianti, fermentation in steel and minimum 12 months of aging specified, with no detail on the harvest.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Technical sheet

Grape varietySangiovese
AppellationDOCG
Production zoneChianti
Vintage2022
Alcohol content13.0%
Format75 cl
ColorRuby red
Serving temperature16-18°C
Food and wine pairingRed meats, aged cheeses, Tuscan dishes

The wine

When We Dance: the soul of Chianti Il Palagio

Imagine for a moment Tuscany, its gentle sun-drenched hills, and at the heart of this landscape, a wine that whispers stories. The Chianti DOCG "When We Dance" from the Il Palagio estate is an invitation to discovery, a bottle that reveals the very essence of its terroir with surprising elegance.

Il Palagio: the melody of the Tuscan terroir

The Il Palagio estate, owned by icon Sting, is nestled in Chianti, an emblematic Tuscan appellation. Here, winemaking tradition reigns supreme, and every bottle is the fruit of ancestral know-how. This wine is mainly made from Sangiovese, the cornerstone of Tuscan wines, sometimes supplemented with complementary varieties such as Canaiolo and Colorino to perfect its complexity.

From the very first glance, its intense ruby red color captivates you, announcing a promising richness. On the nose, I perceive notes of ripe red fruits, such as cherry and raspberry, which blend delicately with touches of sweet spices, notably vanilla. This aromatic subtlety is the result of partial aging in oak barrels, which gives the wine additional depth. On the palate, you will discover a remarkable balance between lively acidity and perfectly integrated tannins, the hallmark of great Chiantis. The finish is notable, leaving a warmly spicy sensation that invites the next sip.

Gourmet pairings under the Tuscan sun

This Chianti DOCG "When We Dance" is an ideal companion for the pleasures of the table. I recommend it with dishes of classic Italian cuisine: a pasta al sugo di carne, a fine arrosto, or a selection of aged cheeses. Picture it on your table, during a dinner among friends, sharing laughter and flavors. It is a wine that celebrates conviviality and the richness of Tuscany, a true invitation to savor the present moment.

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Il Palagio's «When We Dance» Chianti, Sting's estate, draws its vanilla notes from partial aging in oak barriques: a lovely counterpoint to the liveliness of the Sangiovese. If you're looking for a Chianti with a bit of woody depth without losing its pep, this one deserves a look.

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