COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Fattoria Selvapiana
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Chianti Rufina Riserva Bucerchiale 2017 from Fattoria Selvapiana is a distinguished wine from a single vineyard, the Bucerchiale, which is only bottled in exceptional vintages. Fattoria Selvapiana, a winery with a lineage dating back to 1827, is managed by the fifth generation of the Giuntini family, who are dedicated to elevating the Chianti Rufina appellation. The Bucerchiale vineyard, situated at 350 meters with a south-east exposure, features galestro and limestone soils, benefiting from significant day-night temperature variations. The estate is farmed organically.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Single-vineyard bottling, released only in exceptional years.
Fact 02
Estate has been family-owned since 1827.
Fact 03
Certified organic farming practices.
Fact 04
Considered one of the top Chianti Rufina wines by critics.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Chianti Rufina Riserva Bucerchiale involves traditional and spontaneous fermentation using indigenous yeasts. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 15 months in barrels, with about 10% of the barrels being new oak. The estate practices certified organic viticulture.
