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Villa Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva 2017
Tuscany, ItalyDon’t confuse the Marchesi Antinori Villa Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva with lesser Villa Antinori that made the rounds in monopoly stores in the 80s and 90s. The Marchesi Riserva delivers as it should for its DOCG rating. The fruit is dense and ripe with spicy blueberry and balsamic upfront, and rich, at least for sangiovese, black cherries, licorice with a complexing touch of bitterness in the finish. Impressive and age-worthy, that should hold well through 2027-28. Try this with spaghetti bolognese or grilled lamb chops and spring vegetables. The label is historic, issued first in 1928 and brought back to coincide with the new Antinori nel Chianti Classico cellars at Bargino. The final blend is 90 percent sangiovese and, depending on the year, could be mixed with merlot or cabernet sauvignon before spending 20 months in mostly larger casks and a few small barrels.Tasted: 19 March 2021Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $34.99 | 750ml | BCLS |
| AB | $31.00 | 750ml | private wine shops |
| MB | $33.00 | 750ml | |
| ON | $30.00 | 750ml | |
| QC | $30.00 | 750ml | |
| NB | $36.00 | 750ml | |
| PEI | $28.00 | 750ml |
Halpern
Maison Maxxium Vins et Spiritueux
Grape: SangioveseCSPC: 852087UPC: 8001935005407
