Villa Calcinaia, Vigna La Fornace 2021 – Chianti Classico Gran Selezione

(organic) The wine has a ruby color of medium intensity. The nose is aromatic and flavorful – it opens with spicy and herbaceous notes (white pepper, liquorice, a very light touch of vanilla, roasted bouquet garni and peppermint), as well as a delicate roasted hint (toasted hazelnut, toasted wood, a touch of coffee and chocolate). There are also notes of rose and peony and juicy fruit (red cherry, morello cherry, raspberry, blueberry, cranberries). The palate is sapid, juicy, with a fruity and tangy attack. We find in particular flavors of tart red cherry, raspberry, cranberries and red currants, combined with notes of toasted hazelnut, coffee, cocoa nibs, licorice and vanilla in the background, as well as a floral touch of violet. The tannins are fine and solid, with a beautiful structure. The finish is persistent and offers a good bitterness of dark chocolate and grapefruit. A refined, solid and straight wine.