Monteraponi - Chianti Classico 2022 (750ml)
Price: $36.99
| Producer | Monteraponi |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Varietal | Sangiovese, Canaiolo |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Sku | 70121 |
| Size | 750ml |
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Monteraponi Description
Monteraponi walks a fine line between classic and creative, authentic and artistic, conventional and at once disruptive. Michele Braganti and his partner Alessandra Deiana are without a doubt two of the most beloved and boisterous characters in Tuscan wine, who light up any table in town with their profound love of fine wine and undeniable charisma. A man of distinct allure, Braganti crafts pedigreed wines from the rugged hillside vineyards in Radda. In its current incarnation, Monteraponi is a fairly young estate considering the centuries-old region of Chianti Classico. Delicate deviations from timeless Tuscan tradition such as the distinctly savory and textured Trebbiano prove the capabilities and intuition of this estate, whose well-traveled guardians are seeking a spot not only amongst storied neighbors but also on the global stage.
Sourced from the estate's youngest vineyards, around 15 year old vines. The vines are planted in soils that are full of calcareous stones, rich in marl and schist. 95% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo. Fermentation takes place in cement tanks, followed by about 25 days of maceration. The wine is aged exclusively in large oak for about 16 months and is bottled without being fined or filtered.
Vinous: 91 Points
The 2022 Chianti Classico is a powerful, rich wine that offers a striking reflection of the intensity of the year, slightly tempered by the elevation of Radda. Crushed flowers, red berry fruit, cinnamon and orange peel are all nicely lifted. There's gorgeous brilliance and energy here. The 2022 spent 16 months in cask.
