Antinori Badia a Passignano Gran Selezione Chianti Classico

Notes of: Violet

Notes of: Fig

Notes of: Sour Cherry

Notes of: Plum

Notes of: Vanilla

Notes of: Blueberry

Antinori

Antinori Badia a Passignano Gran Selezione Chianti Classico

Italy, Tuscany

Red wine

4.8

Expert Rating

4.1

Most Reviewed

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WINE DESCRIPTION

The Antinori Badia a Passignano Gran Selezione Chianti Classico DOCG is a robust and full-bodied Italian red. Its nose is bursting with aromas of dark cherry, wild strawberry, and blackberry, followed by earthy notes of tobacco, leather, and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is rich and lively with a generous dose of ripe red fruit flavors, a hint of spice, and a touch of cedar. The tannins are well-integrated and the finish is long and lingering. Enjoy this classic Chianti with rich pasta dishes, aged cheeses, or grilled meats.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Antinori Badia a Passignano Gran Selezione Chianti Classico is an exceptional example of a Chianti Classico.The nose is filled with aromas of black cherry, raspberry, spice, and a hint of earth. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with a velvety texture and fresh acidity. Flavors of dark red fruits mingle with notes of licorice, leather, and tobacco. The finish is long and satisfying, with a perfect balance of fruit and tannins. A truly delicious and complex wine, it is a pleasure to experience.

EXPERT RATING

4.8

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (2)

Cabernet Sauvignon

Sangiovese

ORIGINS

Winery: Antinori

Region: Tuscany

Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions. Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

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