Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Badia A Passignano 2021

This vintage is a masterclass in balance, elegance, and terroir expression—a standout Gran Selezione that blends tradition with modern finesse. If you’re curating a tasting experience or building a visual story around it, I’d love to help shape that next.

🌟 James Suckling – 96 Points
“Wow. This shows a beautiful shift in character towards freshness and brightness… Pure Sangiovese.” He highlights dried flowers, sandalwood, fresh herbs, and pine, with firm, fine tannins and an energetic finish.

🍫 Vinous – 95 Points
Antonio Galloni calls it “one of the best editions… ever tasted.”

Ripe blue-toned fruit

Spice, chocolate, leather, and licorice

Full-bodied with refined texture and resonance

🌿 Decanter – 95 Points
Describes it as beautifully made, with:

Bitter cherry, orange zest, sweet vanilla

Forest greenness and balsamic notes

Assertive yet refined tannins and mouthwatering acidity It’s a little oak-dominant now but shows strong aging potential.

🍒 Wine Spectator – 94 Points
Notes a deep well of cherry, pomegranate, iron, tobacco, and wild herbs. Lively acidity drives a lingering finish of fruit, mineral, and herb.