Antinori - Badia a Passignano : Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2022

Characteristics and tasting notes of the 2022 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from Antinori - Badia a Passignano

Tasting

Appearance
This wine reveals an intense ruby red colour.

Nose
The aromatic bouquet opens with scents of marasca cherries and redcurrants, complemented by floral touches of wild rose and lavender. Subtle notes of chestnut honey and light ferrous nuances further enrich the whole.

Palate
Ample and full, the palate stands out for its great freshness and its tannins, both supple and refined. The finish proves long, persistent and flavoursome.

Food and wine pairings

This cuvée is the ideal companion for grilled or roasted red meats, beef or game stews, as well as pasta dishes in sauce. It also pairs wonderfully with aged cheeses or a traditional vegetable soup.

Serving and cellaring

It is recommended to decant this wine before serving in order to appreciate all its finesse. Endowed with fine potential, this 2022 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione can be kept in the cellar over the medium to long term.

The elegance of a great limestone terroir in Chianti Classico

The estate

Although the thousand-year-old abbey of San Michele Arcangelo a Passignano has a very ancient winegrowing history, the modern Antinori - Badia a Passignano estate was truly established in 1987 when it was acquired by the Antinori family. Located in Tuscany, this emblematic property today belongs to the Marchesi Antinori Srl company, led by Albiera Antinori, representing the 26th generation. The brand is distinguished by its exceptional expertise, combining tradition and modernity, to produce wines of international renown in the heart of a remarkable historic site.

The vineyard

The vines used for this cuvée flourish at the heart of the Chianti Classico appellation, on the estate's historic lands. Set at an altitude of around 300 metres, the vineyard benefits from soils mainly composed of limestone, combined with a fine proportion of clay. This privileged environment allows for deep root growth and offers ideal conditions for vine cultivation.

The vintage

The 2022 growing season was marked by low rainfall until August. Spring and summer proved particularly hot, with temperatures above seasonal averages in June and July. Despite this heat, the vines maintained a healthy development. In mid-August, the arrival of rain and the drop in temperatures helped to optimise ripening conditions. Harvest took place from the last week of September to the first week of October.

Winemaking and ageing

After rigorous selection, the grapes are destemmed and gently crushed. Alcoholic fermentation lasts ten days, followed by skin maceration of an equivalent duration. Following malolactic fermentation, this 2022 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is aged for several months in the abbey's historic cellars dating from the 10th century. Ageing takes place mainly in French oak barrels, with a small proportion in Hungarian oak. The wine is then bottled at the estate, where it continues its ageing prior to release.

Grape variety

This cuvée is made exclusively from Sangiovese.