COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Castello di Verrazzano
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Castello di Verrazzano, a historic estate with roots tracing back to the 12th century, is nestled in the heart of the Chianti Classico region between Florence and Siena. The estate's vineyards are situated at an altitude of 350-450 meters above sea level, benefiting from a unique microclimate and diverse soil compositions, primarily marl and sandstone. This Riserva bottling represents the pinnacle of their Chianti Classico production, showcasing the estate's commitment to tradition and quality. The 2018 vintage, characterized by a balanced growing season, allowed for optimal ripening of the Sangiovese grapes, resulting in a wine that reflects the typicity of the appellation and the distinct terroir of Verrazzano.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€30
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Verrazzano family has a documented history in the region since the 11th century.
Fact 02
The estate's vineyards are among the highest altitude in Chianti Classico.
Fact 03
This Riserva is aged for at least 24 months, with a substantial portion in large Slavonian oak casks.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for the Chianti Classico Riserva are hand-harvested from carefully selected vineyard plots. Following destemming and gentle crushing, the must undergoes a traditional fermentation in stainless steel tanks with prolonged maceration on the skins, lasting approximately 20-25 days to extract color, tannins, and complex aromas. Malolactic fermentation is completed in stainless steel. The wine is then aged for a minimum of 24 months, with a significant portion maturing in large Slavonian oak casks (botti) and a smaller part in French oak barrels, allowing for gradual integration and softening of the tannins. After aging, the wine is bottled and undergoes further refinement in the bottle before release.
