Marchesi Antinori Badia a Passignano Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2009 750ml

The wine, one with an important impact, shows an intense ruby red in its tonality. It is complex on the nose with aromas of red berry fruit, raspberries, blackberries, and ripe cherries in addition to its notes of spice and licorice on the finish. The flavors are ripe and sweet and are sustained by substantial tannins, round and ample in support of the supple and velvety structure. Long and persistent, its tonic acidity is a classic characteristic of the Sangiovese cultivated at the Badia a Passignano.

93 Points - James Suckling

A wine with minerals, light herbs, spices and blueberries. Hints of walnuts. Full body, fine tannins and a long, long finish. Really excellent. Drink now.

91 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Newly promoted to Grand Selezione status, the 2009 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Badia a Passignano shows evolved tones of charred earth, dried cherry, chewing tobacco, tar, black olive and toasted hazelnut. Dusty spice and crushed mineral appear as the wine warms in the glass. The wine stills needs time to fully blossom and soften the remaining tannic sharpness.

91 Points - Wine Spectator

Made entirely with Sangiovese, this wine starts with scents of blue flower, plum, leather and spice. The palate delivers juicy black cherry and raspberry layered with vanilla and dark chocolate notes that add to the depth of flavors. The firm tannins are ripe and round, giving this structure but also a smooth texture.