Villa Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva 2019 750 ML

Introduction

Savory notes dominate the nose of this Chianti Classico Riserva, from tomato and pepper to soil and tobacco leaf, before a rich layer of cherries and chocolate comes through. Cherries and chocolate continue on the palate, with a meaty earthiness that leans into tannins and acid just beginning to mellow pleasantly. Producer Information Antinori is a Tuscan-based wine company that is one of the largest and most prominent in Italy. The Chianti Classico region forms the focus of operations, though the company has an estate in Umbria and international interests including Antica Napa Valley and a controlling stake in Vitis Metamorfosis in Romania. Around 20 million bottles are produced annually across 150 labels. The history of the house dates back to the 14th Century, after the silk-weaving family moved to Florence and began to cultivate vines. In 1900, Antinori added the Tignanello vineyard to its portfolio, and Niccol Antinori and his son Piero began to experiement with then unheard-of winemaking techniques and grape varieties. The first vintage of Tignanello was released in 1971.