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Chianti Classico

Panzanello

Chianti Classico · Italy

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Sangiovese · Canaiolo · Colorino · Malvasia Nera
Country
Italy
Region
Chianti Classico
Appellation
Chianti Classico
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

red meats · pasta with tomato sauce · aged cheeses · game meats

Rated vintages

  • 201389 pts

    Underbrush, ripe plum and baking spice aromas waft out of the glass. On the palate, vanilla, licorice, dark chocolate and espresso accent the black cherry core while polished tannins provide the framework. Drink through 2017.

  • 201183 pts

    Leafy notes give way to the barest hint of nail polish remover. The palate is dilute with dried-up red fruit flavors that quickly fade away leaving only bracing tannins and evident alcohol. It closes on a bitter note.

  • 200688 pts

    There's a broad, chewy quality to this wine with layers of ripe fruit, spice, leather, tobacco and maple syrup. It is balanced and complex with smooth texture, polished tannins and good structure.