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Chianti Riserva DOCG - Castellani

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Old traditional vinification method: completely mature grapes are harvested from vineyards and crushed almost immediately. Afterwards the grapes are poured in large inox tanks for fermentation.

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Silver Medal - Best in Class: International Wines and Spirits Competition 2011 - vintage 2007

Bronze: International Wine Challenge 2011 - vintage 2007

Commended: International Wine Challenge 2009 - vintage 2004

Bronze Medal: International Wines and Spirits Competition 2009 - vintage 2004

Bronze Medal: Decanter 2009 - vintage 2004

Bronze Medal: International Wines and Spirits Competition 2008 - vintage 2003

90 pts: The Wine Messenger

Appellation: Chianti DOCG Riserva

Region: Tuscany

Grapes: 85% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo, 5% Cabernet S.

Alcohol: 12.5%

Vinification and refinement

Old traditional vinification method: completely mature grapes are harvested from vineyards and crushed almost immediately. Afterwards the grapes are poured in large inox tanks for fermentation. The primary fermentation evolves at a controlled temperature of 23-24° for a certain period till the extraction of 25/30gr of sugar. When the primary fermentation is perfect, the wine is filtered and stored at constant temperature in Slavonian oak casks for a minimum period of 24 months. It completes its refinement in dark bottles for a minimum period of 3 months.

Description

Bright ruby red colour. Intense and characteristic bouquet, fruity with a violet fragrance. Dry and harmonious with notes of dark chocolate and black cherries.

Food Matches

Ideal with grilled meat and pasta dishes with rich tomato sauce. Serve at room temperature.

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