2022 Candialle Chianti Classico La Misse di Candialle

From: Panzano, Chianti, Tuscany, ItalyVarietals: Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Malvasia Nera Tasting Notes: The 2022 La Misse di Candialle Chianti Classico bursts with vibrant red fruit, offering layers of cherry, strawberry, and black cherry, with a touch of ripe plum adding depth. The influence of oak introduces subtle notes of tobacco and vanilla, creating a delicate backdrop that complements the wine’s earthy undertones of leather and mushroom. Hints of pepper and rosemary provide a spice-driven complexity, while a bright citrus edge of orange and grapefruit lifts the palate. Floral accents of violet and a subtle vegetal rhubarb note round out a lively and textured wine with a blend of freshness and structure. Pairing: Traditional Chianti fare like pappardelle with wild boar ragu, ribollita, bistecca alla Fiorentina, and pecorino Toscano highlight the wine's rustic, savory notes and earthy undertones, allowing the wine’s leather, mushroom, and spice elements to shine. For a broader range,