In a great vintage, all boats rise with the same tide, and in Tuscany, in 2020, it’s most noticeable at the inexpensive end. This Chianti has always been great value, but in 2020 it’s astonishingly good! I’m not going to waffle on about flavours, because you know what Chianti tastes like, the notable thing is the way the flavours have tessellated like a mosaic. There’s a warmth and a sun-kissed softness, with sweet tannins and a hint of forest floor and tobacco leaf on the finish. Classic, mid-weight Chianti at a frankly ridiculous price! Drink now-2030.

Press review:

JancisRobinson.com (previous vintage): “OK, this is going to sound a little weird, but this Chianti tastes of hazelnuts, even praline. It tastes as if vanilla and cherries have gently caramelised into nut brittle and roasted chestnuts. But the acidity is plum-skin red and just a little chewy, unlike the tannins which feel like a Persian carpet. Warm, inviting spiciness, like walking into a kitchen where the gingerbread has just come out the oven. Nothing sleek about this heart-on-sleeve Chianti Classico. Brava. The world needs more wines like this. VGV (TC). Drink now-2027.” 16.5 points