Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico 2021

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Truly authentic Chianti Classico – made by a long-revered winemaking family from an idyllic, high-elevation estate – for UNDER $20? Did we mention 93 points?! Oh, and make it six or more bottles, and the price drops to just $18. Go, go, go!

Tenuta Perano is a true Tuscan phoenix rising from the ashes. After the original estate – called “Castello di san Donato in Perano” and dating back to the 16th century – went bankrupt in 2014, the revered winemaking family of Marchesi Frescobaldi leased and later purchased the land, breathing renewed life and vision into its high-elevation slopes. Positioned around 500 meters above sea level, the vineyards face south/southwest in a sort of natural amphitheater that is ideal for ripening Sangiovese grapes. With an emphasis on quality, organic practices, and the careful creation of expressive Chianti Classico wines, this estate’s second life is one worth paying attention to.

For the 2021 Chianti Classico, grapes are hand harvested, vinified in stainless steel, and macerated on the skins with careful pump-over before aging in wood to develop softness and rich tertiary notes. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are used in the final blend to complement the Sangiovese and introduce further complexity and richness.

The result is simply stunning – especially before considering the price! Bright notes of cherry, plum, and blackberry mingle with red roses, clove, and cardamom, with deep accents of espresso and dark chocolate. The finish ends with a zipper of mineral-tinged acidity and succulent tannins that coat the mouth generously. Lively, concentrated, and elegant – this is a massively thrilling find for only $18 when you order six or more! But with 93 points and this level of quality, why stop at six?

PAIRING IDEAS: Go for a classic Florentine steak and experience palate ecstasy.