2002 Chianti Classico
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The 2002 Chianti Classico is a revelation. At twenty years of age, and in one of the most challenging vintages in recent memory, the 2002 has held up well. It is fully mature, though, so many remaining bottles need to be finished. Hints of worn-in leather, spice and coffee are signatures of a Chianti Classico that has arrived. “Unlike years like 2014, where the weather improved at the end, in 2002 it rained all year,” Luca Martini di Cigala added.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Daniel Thomases, Wine Advocate
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There will be no Percarlo in 2002, but the decision not to release it has obviously helped the 2002 Chianti Classico, one of the best in the zone with long, sustained flavors and an ample nose of wild cherries and light herbs. Importer: A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411
About the producer
San Giusto a Rentennano is one of the leading producers in the Chianti Classico region. Its 100% Merlot Super Tuscan La Ricolma and 100% Sangiovese cuvée, Percarlo, are two of the most consistent and collected fine wines in Tuscany.