Badia a Coltibuono Chianti Classico DOCG 2019
(Tuscany, Italy) - [JS 93] [VM 92]

About the Wine:

The estate Chianti Classico is central in representing Badia a Coltibuono's vision and relationship with its place and its history. Using the traditional blend of Sangiovese and complementary varieties, as well as propagating vines the traditional way - by massal selection - has always been the backbone of the wine. Modern techniques such as vinification by gravity are used to bring forth the best expression of the fruit, but traditional approaches, from indigenous yeast fermentation to aging in oak casks rather than barriques, are central to the authenticity of the wine. The winery's long-established organic practices are also fundamental in the development of the truly unique character of the grapes.

Technical Information

PRODUCER: Badia a Coltibuono
VARIETAL COMPOSITION: Sangiovese
REGION: Chianti Classico
FARMING: Organic

ICEA Organic Certification since 2003

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Ratings & Reviews

93 Points - James Suckling:
"A very typical and beautiful Chianti Classico with cherry, burnt-orange and polished-wood aromas that follow through to a full body with round tannins and a fresh, vivid finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now." (Jul 2021)

92 Points - Vinous Media:
"The 2019 Chianti Classico RS Cultusboni is deep, fleshy and super-expressive. Tobacco, cedar and dried autumn leaves give the 2019 lovely aromatic presence. Deceptive in its mid-weight feel, the 2019 is beautifully layered and resonant from start to finish. It is another impressive wine in this range from Badia a Coltibuono. The 2019 is positively stellar and one of the best wines I have tasted here in some time." - Antonio Galloni (Sep 2021)