Chianti classico Riserva 2020
DOCG, Molino di Grace, 750 ml
| Grape variety: | Sangiovese |
| Producer: | Il Molino di Grace |
| Origin: | Italy / Toscana / Chianti Classico |
Description
The nose reveals a spicy scent reminiscent of red berries, paired with dark cherries, violets, black pepper and some graphite. These typical Sangiovese notes are reflected on the palate. The wine is balanced and complex, with sweet tannins and a long finish.
Attributes
| Origin: | Italy / Toscana / Chianti Classico |
| Grape variety: | Sangiovese |
| Label: | Vegan, Certified organic or biodynamic wine |
| Ripening potential: | 4 to 8 years |
| Drinking temperature: | 16 to 18 °C |
| Food Pairing: | Goulash, boeuf bourguignon, Spaghetti alla bolognese, Spaghetti con sugo al basilico, Beef Stroganoff, Spicy hard cheese |
| Vinification: | fermentation in steel tank, Punching down, long must fermentation |
| Harvest: | hand-picking, strict selection, selecting the grapes (by hand) |
| Maturation: | in partly new and used barriques/ Pièces, partly in wooden barrel/foudre |
| Maturation duration: | 12 months |
| Volume: | 14.0 % |
| Note: | Contains sulphites |
Sangiovese
Epitome of Tuscany
Chianti classico, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino nobile di Montepulciano: the Sangiovese is in each of the classic red wines from Tuscany. For a long time, it was assumed that its birthplace was here. After all, it appeared under various synonyms in Tuscan documents dating from 1600. But in 2004, researchers unveiled that one of its parents originated in Calabria in southern Italy. Today, it is the most planted variety in Italy. In addition to Tuscany, it fares well in Emilia-Romagna, Marche or Umbria. It is an exceptionally lovable wine: its aromas of cherry and plum, violets and spices are complemented by fresh acidity and a juicy texture. It wins people around both as cheerful, drinkable wines with pizza and pasta and as barrel-aged top class wines. Carried by Italian immigrants, it found its way to California and Argentina. However, it does not have the same reputation there.
Italy
Italy – Where wine is a way of life
The Italian wine regions are extremely diverse, and this is made clear in their wines. Established varieties such as Merlot, Syrah, and Sauvignon can be found on just 15 percent of the total vine growing area. The remaining 85 percent is reserved for autochthonous, indigenous varieties. More than 2,000 different grape varieties are grown under diverse conditions and pressed with various techniques into wines that reach the top tier of the international wine market.
