quicksearch
91POINTS
16¾/20
Bibbiano Chianti Classico Riserva 2018
Tuscany, ItalyThe 220 hectare Tenuta di Bibbiano is one of Chianti Classico’s historical wine properties, mentioned in an official document of 1089 as the Castello di Bibiune. In the 1960s it was just one of 36 wineries producing and bottling wine under their own labels. Today, Tommaso Marrocchesi Marzi manages the estate and since 2006 has also served on the Board of Directors of the Consorzio. He owns the winery jointly with his brother Federico. They organically farm 27 ha of vines on slopes between 270-300m, across a range of soils including calcareous clays, alberese, and limestones. This Riserva ages in both cement and tonneaux for 18 months. Very refined, with silken cherry, raspberry, bright minerality layered across the medium+ palate, easily lifted with the limestone soils and elevated acidity. There's a beautiful lingering blue / purple florals note on the lengthy finish. Drinking smartly now, and with time ahead.Tasted: 18 October 2021Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| ON | $42.95 | 750ml | consignment |
