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San Sano Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione - Marchesi Antinori 2021

Name: San Sano Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione - Marchesi Antinori
Brand: Marchesi Antinori
SKU: ANT-000011
Price: 152.5 EUR
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Sangiovese (pure Sangiovese) · Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione · 75 cl · 2021

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Technical information

Producer	Marchesi Antinori
Name	Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione
Variety	Sangiovese (pure Sangiovese)
Vintage	2021
Gradation	13.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Cherry, blood orange, herbs, mint, blueberries, spiced cedar
Vinification method	Fermentation in steel, maceration, malolactic, oak ageing
Region	Tuscany
Production area	Gaiole in Chianti (UGA Fattoria San Sano)
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	Oak ageing ~11 months; Gran Selezione requires min. 30 months
Type of cask	French oak, 1200 L casks (large oak casks)
Color	Dark ruby, deep
Serving temperature	16–18 °C
Recommended consumption	Suitable for long ageing
Pairing	Red meats, roasts, game, aged cheeses, meat pasta

Descrizione

This San Sano Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione from Marchesi Antinori shows an elegant, well-structured profile. On the nose it offers ripe red fruit, subtle spicy notes and a slight herbal hint, the olfactory picture remaining sober and well defined. On the palate it presents present but polished tannins, lively acidity that supports the sip and a saline texture leading to a persistent and refined finish. The structure is harmonious, with a linear flavor progression and a balanced relationship between fruit component and spice.

It can be enjoyed now but also shows good potential for development in bottle if stored under suitable conditions. Recommended pairings: grilled red meats, braised dishes and pasta with flavorful ragù; it is also suitable with aged cheeses and regional traditional dishes. It pairs well with mushroom preparations, roasted meats and hearty home-style dishes. Suggested serving temperature 16–18 °C; open a few minutes before serving to allow the aromas to open.

The winery

Tenuta Guado al Tasso (Marchesi Antinori) – Winery in Tuscany — Bolgheri (Province of Livorno), Upper Maremma

Discover the story and wines of Tenuta Guado al Tasso (Marchesi Antinori).

Estate of Marchesi Antinori in the Bolgheri DOC (Upper Maremma, Province of Livorno). The estate covers large areas (about 1000 ha total, ~320 ha planted with vines) and produces white and red wines including the Vermentino Bolgheri DOC and the Guado al Tasso reds.

Region: Tuscany — Bolgheri (Province of Livorno), Upper Maremma

Country: Italy

Founded: 1385

Grapes: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc

Marchese Antinori: Chianti Classico Riserva produced with grapes from Tenuta Tignanello since 2011. Tenuta Tignanello: covers approximately 319 hectares, with a significant portion devoted to vineyards. Wines predominantly Sangiovese, blended with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc from the historic parcels. Marchesi Antinori: a centuries-old winemaking family with an international presence and multiple estates in Italy and abroad. Recent award/recognition: Marchesi Antinori ranked first in 'The World’s Most Admired Wine Brands' 2023, according to industry sources.

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Winery history

The estate’s winemaking origins are linked to the noble Della Gherardesca family (vineyards since the late 17th century). The property entered the Antinori holdings in the 1930s; the estate’s modern winemaking development took place from the late 1980s–1990s. First documented vintage of Vermentino at the estate: 1996.

Production philosophy

To express the Bolgheri terroir through parcel selection, experimentation in the vineyard and cellar, and practices focused on quality and respect for the territory.

Terroir and vineyards

Located in the Bolgheri DOC (Upper Maremma) on a plain encircled by gentle hills known as the “Bolgheri Amphitheatre.” Climate is moderated by sea breezes; alluvial soils range from sandy-clay to silty-clay with fine gravel (Bolgheri agglomerate), influencing the character of varieties grown (Cabernet, Merlot, Vermentino, etc.).

Awards and recognitions

Awards and recognitions for the Antinori group and brand: among examples cited online, Marchesi Antinori was named "The World's Most Admired Wine Brand", and the family/company has received various awards and recognitions over the years.