EAN: 709067111109
Category: Wines
TYPE:
Dry red wine
APPELLATION:
DOCG Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
GRAPE VARIETY
Sangiovese 80%; native grapes 20%: Abrusco, Pugnitello, Malvasia Nera, Ciliegiolo, Mazzese
VINIFICATION:
Each grape variety was fermented separately in steel, followed by a 22-day maceration at 28-30°C. After malolactic fermentation, the wine was aged for 24 months, 50% in large 60-100-hectoliter Slavonian oak casks and 50% in 225-and 500-liter French oak barriques. Bottle ageing for 8 months.
COLOUR:
Deep ruby red
BOUQUET:
The round bouquet releases fragrances that linger beautifully, with scents of sweet violets that meld into smooth, spicy hints of tobacco leaf
TASTE:
Full-bodied red, velvety smooth marked by ripe, succulent tannins harmoniously integrated with the acidity
SERVING TEMPERATURE
18° C
ALCOHOL
13.5 % Alc Vol.
FOOD MATCHES
Perfect with wild game, roasted and grilled meats, as well as aged cheeses.