“Badia a Passignano” Chianti Classico Gran Selezione S. Donato in Poggio DOCG 2022

Marchesi Antinori | Tuscany
Marchesi Antinori S.p.A. | Piazza Antinori 3 | IT 50123 Firenze

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High above Sambuca Val di Pesa, just three kilometres south of the famous Tenuta Tignanello, rises the venerable Abbey of San Michele Arcangelo – a bastion of faith since the 10th century, where Giovanni Gualberto, the founder of the Vallombrosan order, once lived and died. Here, where wine of exceptional quality was already appreciated around the year 1000, only the finest Sangiovese grapes thrive on calcareous soils with a clay content at an altitude of 300 metres. The historical importance of this place is documented in hundreds of volumes in the Florentine state archives – centuries of Sangiovese cultivation and rural life, preserved for eternity.

Intense ruby red colour. A beguiling bouquet of ripe black cherries and dark forest berries on the nose, followed by elegant floral notes of violets and rose petals – violets and rose petals. This is overlaid with seductive spicy nuances: a hint of cinnamon, cloves and a fine hint of vanilla and chocolate from the oak barrel maturation. The palate is full-bodied and supple with perfectly integrated, silky tannins that provide structure without dominating. The lively acidity carries a wealth of flavours – red and black fruits blend with spicy notes of white pepper and a delicate minerality that comes from the chalky soils. The final is long and expressive: memories of dark chocolate, dried herbs and an elegant smoky note linger harmoniously. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red with violet reflections. Seductive nose, fine aroma of ripe cherry, violet and lavender as well as a hint of thyme. Precise and balanced on the palate, ripe tannins with a delicate vegetal undertone, pithy, vibrant acidity and an elegant finish." Falstaff

"The 2022 already offers a lot of appeal. Aromas of mocha, liquorice and candied violets are enticing. The fruit is cheerful and reminiscent of dark cherry purée and raspberry coulis. The mid-palate reveals subtle stony minerals, soft, supple tannins and seductive wood nuances." Decanter

"A straightforward, dense red wine whose strawberry and cherry flavours are underlined by a lively acidity and embraced by spicy notes of vanilla and oak. The red fruit and oak accents linger alongside the dusty tannins in the lingering aftertaste. Shows good potential; it just needs time." Wine Spectator

"The Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Badia a Passignano 2022 is dark, supple and very expressive. Black cherry, plum, leather, spices and mocha fill out the broad shoulders of the wine well. As always, the Badia is characterised by its volume, but nowadays the influence of oak is much less in terms of flavour and tannin profile." Vinous

"The 2022 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Badia a Passignano from the San Donato subzone in Poggio is a well-balanced wine with good continuity between bouquet and palate. This space is taken up by lush fruit flavours, fine tannins and fresh acidity. The aim is to achieve more red fruit flavours and the slightly longer growing season in this vintage has made this task easier. This is a 100% Sangiovese that shows real varietal character." Wine Advocate

"The flavours of dark cherries, bark, pine and orange peel are clearly expressed. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied with firm and velvety tannins and a powerful and spicy finish. I like both the freshness and the depth of the fruit." James Suckling