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Episode 270: Michael Schmelzer’s Monte Bernardi Chianti Classico is a stunning example of Sangiovese at its best. This is why you have to seek these wines out.

March 04, 2025 • John Coyle • Season 1 • Episode 270

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Monte Bernadi is situated in the southernmost region of Panzano in Chianti. The zone is acknowledged as one of the "grand cru" regions of Chianti Classico. It has the highest percentage of old vines of any commercially producing estate in Chianti Classico, including six hectares over 55 years old, and one extraordinary hectare planted in 1933. Click below for more information:

https://montebernardi.com/the-farm

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