Marchesi Antinori Badia a Passignano Chianti Classico Reserva 2000

Traditional in its complexity, roundness, and elegance, yet modern in its intense fruitiness, accessibility and soft tannins. Deep dark cherry color, with concentrated cherry, chocolate and vanilla flavors.

Badia a Passignano Riserva is produced exclusively from the finest, most highly selected grapes grown on the estate of the same name situated in the Chianti Classico area. The abbey, which is located in an area that has been inhabited at least since the Etruscan period, is one of the finest fortified abbeys in the area. It has been renowned for its wine production for over 1,000 years. The Antinori family bought the 325 hectares' estate around the abbey (which is own by Vallombrosian monks)in 1987, including the use of the monastery cellars.

88 Points - Wine Spectator

Aromas of blackberries and minerals follow through to a medium-bodied palate, with well-integrated tannins and a long, silky finish. Best after 2003.