A garnet red color in glass, where a bouquet of spicy balsamic prevail on the nose with elegant hints of cherry and black berries. In mouth, the flavor is warm and powerful at the beginning, with elegant tannins, and a lasting finish.
Well for long aging... โ 8 years ago
Ho bevuto Lugana da Lombardia alla volta prima. Ha abastanza corpo allo stesso abastanza acidita. Mio molto preferito. โ 9 years ago
Somewhere between old and new world style, fruit and flowers and a good finish, excellent for $10 โ 10 years ago
Delicious. Great with food. Easy drinking. โ 11 years ago
Dark ruby with cherry and leather aromas. On the bud, itโs full bodied with a long finish. Dark fruit, leather, earth, and nice spice. Great with our Calabrese pizza! โ 9 months ago
Good Italian wine with yummy pasta. โ 4 years ago
Jason really liked. I tried and didnโt like but it was after I had tasted Paradiso. Andrea and Jason sweat Iโd like it ;) โ 7 years ago
2015 vintage in May 2017 โ 9 years ago
Good wine, very light and earthy โ 10 years ago
Low alcohol but dry. Very refreshing โ 11 years ago
2011. Very good. Buy again. Great taste for the price, too. โ 11 years ago
Very nice! Ruby with aromas of cherry and strawberry. On the bud, you get a bit of oak with a smooth finish. โ 2 years ago
good value. would buy again โ 2 years ago
Small italian restaurant in Verona WI by the glass... โ 10 years ago
So smooth once it opens up โ 11 years ago
Great wine with pasta. Medium bodied. โ 11 years ago
Freddy R. Troya
La Corte, Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Greve 2021, Tuscany, Italy ๐ฎ๐น
Overview
Produced by Castello di Querceto in the historic heart of Chianti Classico, this Gran Selezione expression represents the top tier of the Chianti Classico hierarchy. Sourced from estate vineyards in Greve, the wine is built primarily on Sangiovese, delivering structure, depth, and aging potential. The 2021 vintage showcases the hallmark balance of the region, firm structure, vibrant acidity, and refined tannins that promise excellent evolution in the cellar.
Aromas & Flavors
Bright red cherry, sour cherry, and crushed raspberry lead the profile, followed by subtle notes of dried herbs, violet, and warm baking spice. As the wine opens, hints of leather and earthy undertones begin to emerge, adding complexity and a sense of classic Tuscan character.
Mouthfeel
Medium-to-full bodied with integrated acidity that keeps the wine lively and structured. The tannins are firm yet polished, providing a robust framework while maintaining elegance. The finish is long, persistent, and balanced, reflecting the seriousness expected from a Gran Selezione.
Food Pairings
This Chianti Classico shines alongside traditional Tuscan cuisine. It pairs beautifully with bistecca alla Fiorentina, slow-braised beef dishes, wild boar ragรน over pappardelle, roasted lamb, or aged Pecorino where the wineโs acidity and structure cut through richness while complementing savory flavors.
Verdict
A structured and classic Chianti Classico that highlights why Gran Selezione wines are often the preferred choice for cellaring. Robust, balanced, and built with longevity in mind.
Did You Know?
Gran Selezione is the highest classification within Chianti Classico, requiring wines to come exclusively from estate vineyards and undergo a minimum of 30 months of aging before release.
๐ท Personal Pick
Exactly the style of Chianti Classico I enjoy for cellaring, more robust, longer on the finish, and driven by beautifully integrated acidity that promises graceful aging. โ 4 months ago