2020 La Vigna di San Martino ad Argiano Chianti Classico Riserva [JS95][D93]

Producer: La Vigna di San Martino ad Argiano 
Region: Chianti Classico, Chianti, Tuscany, Italy 
Varietal: Sangiovese 
Year: 2020 

James Suckling, 95 Points 

"A remarkable Chianti classico riserva with deep blackberry, cassis, smoke and licorice notes plus a touch of pine forest. Concentrated and full-bodied, the compact fine tannins and lively acidity make this feel remarkably svelte for 14.5% alcohol. Very long finish that’s plush and bright. From a one-hectare property, therefore limited production. Drink or hold." 

Decanter, 93 Points 

"Black forest compote and balsamic notes with high acidity, fine-grained tannins and high alcohol. Full-bodied, rich and savoury with bark, meat, dark chocolate, coffee bean and dried thyme. Robust, structured. Needs food." 

Winemaker Notes: 

"The Vigna San Martino Chianti Classico is the project of oenologist Giampaolo Chiettini. Giampaolo spent many years working alongside Paolo De Marchi as winemaker at Isole e Olena, where he honed his skills as a winemaker and developed his love of Sangiovese. This is a personal and intimate project for him from a tiny vineyard in Argiano, part of the larger area of San Casciano Val di Pesa. Organically grown grapes, native yeast fermentations, a light hand in the cellar all coalesce to produce a Chianti Classico Riserva that rivals the best of the whole of Chianti." 

Alcohol: 14.5% 

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