100% Sangiovese. Fermentation and maceration in stainless-steel tanks with ambient yeasts for at least three weeks. Ageing in French oak barrels and casks for at least 18 months. Natural cork closure. Organic.Healthy, deep crimson. Fresh, dry on the finish and still with lots of tannin! Maybe for next Christmas? (JR)
Anticipated maturity: 2026-2040
The 2020 Chianti Classico offers notable tension to balance the natural richness that is such a signature here. There is plenty of Panzano intensity, but less opulence than has been the norm in the past. A shift towards larger format oak and bottling four months earlier contribute to that feel. Dark red cherry, leather, spice, rose petal, dried herbs and wild flowers all grace this nuanced Chianti Classico. It will be interesting to see the direction this bottling takes. I would not plan on opening this too young.
Anticipated maturity: 2026-2040
