Renzo Marinai Chianti Classico DOCG

The Renzo Marinai estate, called San Martino a Cecione, takes its name from the nearby ancient church of San Martino. It was purchased in 1996 by Renzo Marinai, who had partnered with oenologist Giovanni Cappelli to reorganize the winery and vineyards. After two decades Marinai decided to sell a majority share of the winery to Dutchman Tom Heidman. Today the estate is highly regarded not only for its wines, but also for olive oil and pasta.

Deep black-ruby red in appearance, on the nose this Chianti Classico shows distinctive aromas of concentrated cherry, fig compote, red plum, and chocolate. The medium-plus bodied palate is generously laden with plush red fruit flavors, moutfilling tannins and balanced acidity. There’s almost a sweet character to the barrel spice on the finish.