Flavors of limey citrus
offering a beautiful bouquet of black cherry
and a subtle smoky complexity
balanced by savory undertones of black pepper and a distinct iron-like minerality
It spends seven months maturing quietly on its lees
Monte Bernardi Retromarcia 2024 Chianti Classico Hybrids Flavors of limey citrusGrape: Sangiovese Vintage: 2024 Type: Red Retromarcia, meaning reverse gear in Italian, is Michael Schmelcers calling card and homage to how Chianti traditionally used to taste. Biodynamic farming in Panzano, Michael focuses solely on Sangiovese to give his Classico a lean frame with clean cherry fruit, little smoke, earth, and freshness. Fresh, fun, juicy, light, candied cherry, tarragon, smooth, easy finish. Very drinkable and versatile. A benchmark