Antico Podere GaglioleGallule Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2022

This Gran Selezione, the top tier of Chianti Classico, comes from Sangiovese vines more than 30 years old. Older vines tend to give fewer, more concentrated grapes. You can taste it.

Pour a glass and you'll see a garnet red. The nose goes to ripe cherry and a touch of spice. In the mouth it is deep, with a dry grip like black tea, and the flavour stays a good while after you swallow.

Serve it at 16-18°C, and open the bottle an hour ahead if you can. Try it with Bistecca alla Fiorentina, beef tagliata or aged Parmesan. One for a long table and no rush.