The Badia a Coltibuono Chianti Classico offers an aromatic profile defined by crushed violets, wild strawberries, and a distinct touch of cracked black pepper. On the palate, the wine reveals a lean, athletic structure characterized... Read More
What a wine! A recent tasting showed that this incredible Brunello is just entering its drinking window. Soaring aromatics and a depth on the palate that is nothing short of stunning.
The Caparsa Chianti Classico is a masterclass in Sangiovese purity, leaning into a rustic yet elegant profile that favors tension and brightness. The nose opens with high-toned floral notes of violet and iris, layered over a core... Read More
A blockbuster value, this 100% Sangiovese-based Chianti comes from a high-altitude vineyard that, along with the rigorous production methods, crafts a wine that is immediately pleasurable, yet retains the ability to age for 2... Read More
The Casa Emma Chianti Classico 2022 features a vibrant ruby-red color and an inviting bouquet of ripe red cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate, accented by delicate notes of violet and wild berries. On the palate, this medium-bodied... Read More
The Castello di Lucignano Chianti Classico offers a refined expression of the Gaiole subregion, characterized by a brilliant ruby hue and an aromatic profile of wild cherries, crushed violets, and subtle earthy undertones. On... Read More
The Castello di Volpaia Chianti Classico displays a vivid ruby hue and a bouquet defined by wild strawberries, red cherries, and dried hibiscus. On the palate, the wine is sleek and energetic, offering a core of bright red fruit... Read More
Maria Sole’s workhorse (pun intended) wine, Bulgarelli—named after her grandfather’s prized stallion—is pure Sangiovese from 20- to 30-year-old vines planted in the sandy clay soils of the farm’s... Read More
Chiesamonti hails from a 1.3-hectare parcel adjacent to the town of San Felice in Castelnuovo Berardenga, with a stonier soil profile and a lower clay content than Giovanna’s home turf. The vines, now over a decade old,... Read More
Le Trame has long been a 'Sommlier Secret a Sangiovese-based wine from Chianti that drinks better than many Brunello that are twice the price. Dense, ripe red fruits mingle with dried herb notes, sage, thyme, and a mineral... Read More
Elegant with delineated fruit and a robust frame on the palate. The nose is vibrant and perfumed with bright floral aromas of rose petal, pipe tobacco and mint. The balance here is impeccable, as is its purity of fruit, with supple,... Read More
This collection of three wines comes directly from the winery. Included are one bottle each of Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2015, Chianti Classico Riserva 1998 and an awe-inspiring bottle of Chianti Classico Riserva 1970!... Read More
Monte Bernardi’s Chianti Classico Retromarcia offers a pure and vibrant expression of Sangiovese, defined by its bright transparency and elegance. The palate is dominated by tart red cherries, wild strawberries, and crushed... Read More
