Chianti Classico Monteraponi 2023 (750ML)

92 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: "The 2023 Chianti Classico is endowed with exceptional class and purity, despite the challenges of the growing season. Black cherry, cedar, liquorice, spice, tobacco and menthol fill out the layers effortlessly. All this needs is a bit of time to soften the contours. The 2023 spent 16 months in cask. (Drink between 2027-2038)" 07/25

91 Points, Michaela Morris, Decanter: "With fewer grapes on the vine and persistent heat throughout September, Monteraponi’s harvest was earlier than usual, wrapping up at the end of September. Given the density of fruit and tannins, the annata saw a couple of months longer in wood. Tasted just after bottling, it is immediately and generously redolent of summer pudding, sun-warmed black and redcurrants and woodland scrub. In relative terms, this sports more stuffing, chew and dense tannins than usual but ultimately is still midweight and bright. Fruit purity is admirably preserved, and a slight tartness adds to its appetising character. (Drink between 2025-2030)" 02/25