Radda in Chianti. Toscana
Chianti Classico Riserva 2017
This red made from Sangiovese grapes boasts a delicious berry jam flavor despite its dryness. You’ll discern notes of vanilla, clove, and cinnamon on top of the cherry, current, and blackberry jam scent.
Taste
This elegant wine is perfectly balanced thanks to its acidity level. It has notes of red fruits such as cherry and currant mixed with berry jam that come out in the taste.
TECHNICAL DATA & CHARACTERISTICS OF THE WINE
Winery | Poggio Petroso |
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Region | Toscana |
Type | Red Wine |
Autochthonous | Yes |
Autochtonous Grape | Sangiovese |
Wine label | DOCG |
Wine vintage | 2017 |
Sweetness | Dry |
Body | Medium/Full |
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ABV | 13.50% |
Color | Ruby-red colour with light garnet shades |
Fragrance | A lovely first whiff of ripe fruit such as currant, blackberry, and cherry jam will fill your nose. Other perceivable scents are sweet spicy notes like vanilla, cinnamon, and clove. |
Winemaking method | The grapes are immediately brought into the cellar after they're picked, then alcoholic fermentation occurs for about 30 days. |
Maturation | It ages in barrique for 12 months. During this period, the tannins in contact with oxygen become softer. Before being placed on the market, it has to age in the bottle for over a year, and during this period, the wine develops tertiary notes such as leather and tobacco. |
Bottle size(s) | 750 ml |
Bottles in a box: | 12 |