From Antinori’s historic Badia a Passignano estate, the 2022 Gran Selezione is a superb expression of Sangiovese, showcasing finesse and depth despite the warm vintage. The nose is deep and inviting, with notes of ripe dark cherry, plum, and dried rose petal, layered with sophisticated hints of cedar, sweet tobacco, and crushed herbs. On the palate, it’s full-bodied and generous, with a core of rich, dark fruit framed by firm, yet beautifully polished tannins and a vibrant, persistent acidity. The finish is long, harmonious, and mineral-driven. A classic, cellar-worthy Gran Selezione that will evolve gracefully.