San Fabiano Calcinaia Chianti Classico 2009 375ml
DescriptionHalf bottles age differently, developing complexity while maintaining freshness. This 2009 Chianti Classico, now in its fifteenth year, shows what happens when careful cellaring meets perfect format. Sometimes the best things come in smaller packages.
The 2009 vintage in Chianti Classico was marked by ideal conditions, producing wines of exceptional balance. In half-bottle format, the evolution has been slower, more graceful, preserving fruit while developing complexity. It's like watching time-lapse photography in reverse.
The aromatics tell a story of perfect evolution. Primary cherry fruit has deepened to preserved notes, while secondary characteristics - leather, tobacco, dried herbs - have emerged. The smaller format has maintained remarkable freshness, with floral notes still evident. It's maturity without decay.
On the palate, the half-bottle's magic is evident. The tannins have softened beautifully while maintaining structure. The fruit has concentrated slightly but remains vibrant, balanced by developed savory notes. This is Chianti Classico in its sweet spot - complex yet vital.
San Fabiano Calcinaia's 2009 in half-bottle offers a unique opportunity. Perfect for intimate dinners or solo contemplation, it delivers aged Chianti's complexity in a format that ensures freshness. For those who appreciate how format influences evolution, this provides delicious evidence.
