What kind of wine is Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 'Marchese Antinori' 2022 - Tenuta Tignanello, Antinori

The Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 'Marchese Antinori' 2022 - Tenuta Tignanello is a Tuscan red wine of great balance, an authentic expression of the territory and the Antinori family tradition. It is born in the heart of Chianti Classico, from vineyards of Tenuta Tignanello, a hilly area characterized by calcareous soils and ideal climate for the ripening of Sangiovese, the protagonist grape of the blend, often accompanied by small percentages of complementary varieties to enhance its elegance and complexity.

The result is a wine with a harmonious body, capable of combining freshness and structure, with a profile that speaks of Tuscan tradition but with a touch of contemporary finesse, signed Antinori.

Vintage Details

The 2022 vintage of Chianti Classico Riserva 'Marchese Antinori' is characterized by a balanced climate and a harvest that favored healthy and ripe grapes. The warm summer temperatures, compensated by good day-night temperature excursions, allowed for concentrated aromas and soft tannins. The hand-picked harvest selected only the best grapes, ensuring quality and stylistic consistency with previous vintages.

Vinification and aging

After harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and subjected to soft pressing to obtain a clean and fragrant must. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel at controlled temperature, followed by a period of maceration – the contact of the skins with the must – necessary to extract color and structure.

Aging takes place for about a year in French and Hungarian oak barriques, which provide a balance between freshness and roundness. This is followed by a further twelve-month rest in the bottle, a phase in which the wine develops its full gustatory harmony.

Tasting Notes

The Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 'Marchese Antinori' 2022 stands out for its elegance and sensory depth, with a soft and persistent structure that makes it pleasant both when young and after a few years of aging.

Color: Intense ruby red, bright and deep, with slight garnet hues that anticipate its evolutionary complexity.

Nose: On the nose, aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry, and plum emerge, accompanied by notes of sweet spices, tobacco, and vanilla deriving from aging in wood. The bouquet is refined, typically Tuscan, with an elegant aromatic weave.

Taste: In the mouth, it is enveloping and balanced, with a medium-full body. The tannins, fine and integrated, support the structure without ever being aggressive. The finish is long, consistent with the olfactory, and leaves a pleasant sensation of ripe and spicy fruit.

What dishes to pair with Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 'Marchese Antinori' 2022 - Tenuta Tignanello, Antinori

This Chianti Classico Riserva elegantly accompanies typical Tuscan dishes and meat-based recipes. It expresses itself best with:

• Sliced beef or grilled fillet
• Roasted or braised meats
• Medium-intensity aged cheeses
• Traditional dishes, such as ribollita or pici with wild boar ragu

Served at around 18°C, it reveals all its complexity and softness, especially if decanted for a brief oxygenation before serving.

Storage and aging: how to store Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 'Marchese Antinori' 2022 - Tenuta Tignanello, Antinori

To preserve the characteristics of this Chianti Classico Riserva, it is advisable to store it in a cool, dark environment with constant humidity, around 70%. The bottle should be kept horizontally to keep the cork moist and sealed.

Thanks to its structure and wood aging, the wine has good evolutionary potential: it can be tasted immediately to appreciate its freshness or left to rest for 6-8 years, during which it will develop further aromatic nuances and greater complexity.