Marchesi Antinori - Chianti Classico Riserva Villa Antinori 1997
Chianti Classico Riserva Villa Antinori 1997 is an iconic Tuscan red from Sangiovese. Ruby red, it offers aromas of ripe fruit and spices. Structured, elegant, and persistent on the palate. Aged in oak, it pairs ideally with red meats at 16-18°C.
Italy - Tuscany Dry Red Wine, DOCG Chianti Classico Riserva Primarily Sangiovese with small percentages of complementary grape varieties.
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Colour
Intense ruby red with garnet reflections.
Bouquet
Intense and complex, with notes of ripe red fruit, sweet spices, tobacco, leather, and balsamic hints.
Taste
Structured, elegant, and persistent, with soft, well-integrated tannins, good acidity, and a long, fruity-spicy finish.
Alcohol content
13-13.5% vol.
Type of glass
Large glass for structured red wines, such as Bordeaux or Grand Cru type.
Pairings
Roasted or grilled red meats, game, aged cheeses, rich first courses from Tuscan cuisine.
Refinement
Over 12 months in oak barriques, followed by bottle aging.
Vinification
Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature, prolonged maceration on the skins. Malolactic fermentation completed.