Querciabella, Chianti Classico, 2021 (375ml) ETA 8/18/25] António Madeira fled Portugal as

António Madeira fled Portugal as a child but returned to reclaim family vineyards in the Dão

Made mostly from Palomino

not bombast

this is essential drinking

Querciabella, Chianti Classico, 2021 (375ml) ETA 8/18/25] António Madeira fled Portugal asQuerciabella is one of Tuscany's pioneering estates, farming its Chianti Classico vineyards organically and biodynamically (and famously vegan, using no animal inputs at all). This is 100% Sangiovese from high altitude sites in Greve, Radda and Gaiole, aged in a mix of barrels with just a touch of new oak. The result is a polished, classically structured Chianti Classico with bright cherry fruit and savory grip. The 2021 is a fine, balanced vintage;