Antinori Santa Cristina 2006

Santa Cristina was originally introduced in 1946 as a Chianti Classico by Piero Antinori's father, Niccolò. However, with the passage of the 1984 DOCG laws - spearheaded by Piero Antinori - requiring lower vineyard yields, Chianti Classico grapes became so complex and rich that they required more aging than this fruity fresh wine should have to maintain its style and character.

Therefore, with the 1987 vintage, Santa Cristina moved away from the Chianti Classico designation, and with the 1994 vintage Antinori began including 10% Merlot to the blend to add soft, open fruit nuances to the wine.

Santa Cristina is ruby red in color with purple hues. Intense fresh fruit aromas with pleasant floral hints. Well-structured, soft and harmonious. Sweet tannin and lingering fruit in the finish.

1. Banfi Centine Toscana 2006
2. Kendall-Jackson Vintners Reserve Chardonnay 2006
3. Ecco Domani Merlot 2005

1. Avignonesi Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2004
2. Innocent Bystander Shiraz Viognier 2005
3. Antinori Villa Toscana IGT 2003

1. Da Vinci DOCG Chianti 2005
2. Antinori Santa Cristina 2006
3. Antinori Villa Toscana IGT 2003