Classic Chianti! We review the Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico.
90% Sangiovese and 10% Merlot and other complementary varieties from the Chianti Classico zone in Tuscany, Italy. The wine was fermented in stainless steel and spends 12 months in barriques plus further time in the bottle before release. It has just 2.1 g/L residual sugar.
We’re big fans of the wines of Frescobaldi so today we are checking out one that comes from their Tenuta Perano estate on the hills of Gaiole in Chianti Classico zone. (See this article for a further explanation on the types and levels of Chianti.)
Sample submitted for review. The Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico has an SRP of $25 but can be found for as low as $19. It is imported by Vintus LLC.
From the winery:
Tenuta Perano 2022
Chianti Classico DOCGThe Chianti Classico Tenuta Perano was created on the hills of Gaiole in Chianti, from vineyards perched at a height of 500 meters above sea level. The south-south-west exposure and above all the amphitheatre layout of the vineyards favour sunlight and concentrate the heat. The combination of altitude, exposure, layout and slope of the vineyards result in a unique and exceptional quality, giving the wines a brilliant purplish colour, intense fruity aromas and great tannic structure, imbued with an elegant vibrancy.
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Estate Bottled by Frescobaldi S.R.L.
14% Alcohol
The 2022 Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico opens with a pleasing aroma of black cherry and other tart berry fruits, leather, licorice, flowers and touches of baking spice. It needs a little air to open up but it’s a great start.
Give this one plenty of time to breathe and you’ll find similar flavors to the nose when tasting along with good depth and balance. Quite pleasing to drink, this is just a really nice example of Chianti.
It ends dry and long with firm tannins on the finish and was even a bit better on day 2. Pair it meats, pizza, pasta or anything in red sauce and enjoy.
2022 Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico
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You can also find more of our favorite Sangiovese here along with more information about this variety.
Review Summary
Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico Review • Reverse Wine Snob
Classic Chianti! We review the Frescobaldi Tenuta Perano Chianti Classico.
7.8
Pros
- Really nice example of Chianti
- 91-93 points, Highly Recommended
Cons
- Will have to be a savvy shopper to find it under $20
