2016 Chianti Classico
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San Giusto a Rentennano's 2016 Chianti Classico pulses with energy and vibrancy from the very first taste. Lifted aromatics and silky tannins add to an impression of total finesse. Hints of rose petal, lavender, mint and sage add nuance, but it is the wine's balance that is most impressive. The purity of the flavors and textures is just stunning. Once again, San Giusto offers one of the very best Chianti Classicos out there, a wine that has the potential to elevate the reputation of an entire region with regards to what is possible in terms of quality.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Jancis Robinson MW
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This benchmark Chianti Classico estate guarantees impressive quality on its most basic and carefree wines. The 2016 Chianti Classico is elegantly streamlined and tight with wild berry and cherry aromas that maintain their brilliant sparkle and freshness, especially in this classic vintage. You get that characteristic crunchiness or spiciness that Sangiovese awards in cooler years such as this. This wine is made with 95% Sangiovese and 5% Canaiolo, and aging is straightforward with just ten months in botte, barrique and tonneaux. Some 47,600 were produced.
95% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo. Aged in 500-litre and 225-litre barrels for 10 months. Bright crimson. Almost raw in its direct appeal. Apple skins and fresh fruit. Very sappy and appetising. (JR)
Gaiole in Chianti. Cask sample. Concentrated crimson. Concentrated and wonderfully pure. Gorgeous, fresh, tangy cherry and bags of polished tannins. Great depth paired with an energetic finish. (WS)
About the producer
San Giusto a Rentennano is one of the leading producers in the Chianti Classico region. Its 100% Merlot Super Tuscan La Ricolma and 100% Sangiovese cuvée, Percarlo, are two of the most consistent and collected fine wines in Tuscany.