Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2021 (BIO)

Badia a Coltibuono | Tuscany
La Badia s.r.l. a s.u. | Loc. Badia a Coltibuono | IT 53013 Gaiole in Chianti

09102121 · 0,75 l · 34,67 €/lavailable immediately

Wine has been produced here since 1051 – initially by monks, and since 1846 by the Stucchi Prinetti family, now in its seventh generation. Badia a Coltibuono, the ‘Abbey of the Good Harvest’, was the first leading winery in Chianti to switch entirely to organic cultivation. The Riserva is made from massalblend of Sangiovese and historic complementary varieties such as Canaiolo and Ciliegiolo, grown on the highest hills near Gaiole. Spontaneous fermentation with wild yeasts, three weeks’ contact with the skins, followed by 24 months in French and Austrian oak barrels. The 2021 vintage benefited from a cool year with late frosts – lower yields, but concentrated quality.

In the glass, a deep ruby red with garnet highlights; on the nose, ripe red fruit, herbs and floral notes. On the palate, supple yet firm, with lively acidity and a fine tannic structure. A Chianti Classico that combines tradition and precision – grown where viticulture is almost as old as the abbey itself. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fragrant note of dried herbs with tart cranberries, damson skin; sophisticated wine with firm yet round tannins and fresh acidity." Decanter