Features
Denomination
Chianti Classico DOCG
Vines
Sangiovese 100%
Tipologia
Alcohol content
13.5 %
Format
75 cl Bottle
Aging
14 months in oak barrel
Additional Notes
Contains sulfites
CHIANTI CLASSICO GRAN SELEZIONE 'BADIA A PASSIGNANO' ANTINORI 2009 DESCRIPTION
Already in 1000 the Abbey of Passignano was famous for producing fine wines. The Antinori family bought the 325 acres of land around the Abbey from Vallombrosa in 1987 and since then has also used the beautiful cellars of the monastery. This Chianti Classico has received prestigious awards in all the guidebooks. Wine from the wonderful flavor, supported by silky tannins and a persistent, intense and spicy bouquet.
Colour
Ruby red
Scent
Aromas of ripe fruit, especially cherries, and cocoa
Taste
Smooth and fruity with velvety tannins and long aromatic finish
Temperature
16°-18°C
When to open
To enjoy it at its best, we recommend you to let the wine 'breathe' at least 15-30 minutes before serving
Glass
Ballon
Perfect for robust, full-bodied and intense red wines, which require intense oxygenation to disclose all their deep and complex aromas and enhance the evolution in the glass
| Guide | Year | Score | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bibenda | 2008 | 4 / 5 | High Level Wine |
| Robert Parker | 2009 | 91 / 100 | Outstanding Wine |
| Veronelli | 2009 | 95 / 100 | Excellent Wine |
Antinori
| Foundation Year | 1385 |
|---|---|
| Vineyard hectares | 324 |
| Annual production | 1.700.000 bt |
| Winemaker | Renzo Cotarella |
| Address | Antinori nel Chianti Classico, Via Cassia per Siena, 133 - 50026 Bargino, San Casciano Val di Pesa (FI) |
Perfect to drink with
Risotto with Meat
Roasted and Grilled Meat
Red Meat Stew
Ham and salami
Aged Cheese