97 points Kerin O'Keefe: "Made with organically farmed Sangiovese grown 420m above sea level in Gaiole, the classy, delicious 2021 Istine Gran Selezione Gaiole Vigna Carvachione has balsamic aromas of pine forest and camphor that meld with violet and berry. Thanks to the soil’s predominately galestro composition and lower altitudes, it’s smooth, richer and more concentrated than its Radda siblings. The already accessible palate delivers raspberry compote, cake spice and ripe cherry wrapped up in velvety tannins that lend a weightless finesse while fresh acidity keeps it balanced. Just gorgeous. While already enjoyable, it will age beautifully. Drink through 2036. (Oct 2023)"
96 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): " The 2021 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna Cavarchione is a polished, sensual wine. Black cherry, plum, lavender, sage, menthol and licorice build effortlessly in a Gran Selezione that captures all the textural richness that is typical of this sector in Gaiole. Ripe, finessed tannins wrap it all together. Drink 2025-2036 (Jul 2024)"
96 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): " The 2021 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna Cavarchione is a polished, sensual wine. Black cherry, plum, lavender, sage, menthol and licorice build effortlessly in a Gran Selezione that captures all the textural richness that is typical of this sector in Gaiole. Ripe, finessed tannins wrap it all together. Drink 2025-2036 (Jul 2024)"
| Product SKU | 352157 |
| Producer | Istine |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| SubRegion | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Varietal | Sangiovese |
| Designation | Gran Selezione |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 13.5% |
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