Marchese Antinori Chianti Classico 2023

The 2023 Chianti Classico Riserva pours a deep, youthful red hue and is pure and expressive, with aromas of black cherry, pine, pressed violet, mocha, and forest earth. Medium to full-bodied, it delivers strong concentration in this vintage, with a fresh, vertical profile supported by vibrant acidity and well-defined tannins. Notes of Amarena cherry carry through the palate, with a warm touch of cedar spice on the finish. This is a particularly strong vintage for this wine, offering both immediate appeal and the structure to evolve over the coming 10-15 years. It’s composed of 92% Sangiovese and the rest Cabernet and Merlot. Drink 2026-2040.