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Score 92/100 · Drink 2014-2023, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jun 2012

The 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva (100% Sangiovese) from Antinori's Badia a Passignano estate, possesses gorgeous delineation and energy from start to finish. Sweet red cherries, flowers, licorice, tobacco and mint take shape beautifully in the glass. Deceptively medium in body, the 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva possesses marvelous depth for the year and terrific balance. Raspberries, crushed flowers, licorice and spices are layered into an understated finish built mostly on energy. Over the last few years, this has been one of the most improved wines in the Antinori line-up. This is a great showing.

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92/100

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92
92/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

92
92/100

Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate

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92 points
Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate
Score 92/100 · Drink 2014-2023, Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate, Jun 2012

The 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva (100% Sangiovese) from Antinori’s Badia a Passignano estate, possesses gorgeous delineation and energy from start to finish. Sweet red cherries, flowers, licorice, tobacco and mint take shape beautifully in the glass. Deceptively medium in body, the 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva possesses marvelous depth for the year and terrific balance. Raspberries, crushed flowers, licorice and spices are layered into an understated finish built mostly on energy. Over the last few years, this has been one of the most improved wines in the Antinori line-up. This is a great showing. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2023. Importer: Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, Woodinville, WA; tel. (425) 415-3738

About the producer

Marchesi Antinori - producer
Marchesi Antinori

Marchesi Antinori is a leading Italian producer, historically based in Tuscany, who rose to fame after creating Tignanello – one of the first Super Tuscans . Combining tradition and innovation to craft fine wine, the family-owned firm has been a force in the Italian wine industry for over 600 years.

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Grape Blend

Sangiovese

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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