COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Granducato
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
Medium - Light
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Granducato Chianti 2016 is a red wine from the Chianti DOCG appellation in Tuscany, Italy. Produced by Granducato, this wine is primarily made from the Sangiovese grape. The 2016 vintage in Tuscany was characterized by favorable weather conditions, including a cool and damp spring that contributed to grape quality. Tenute del Granducato, the producer, emphasizes a philosophy of crafting terroir-driven wines by combining traditional winemaking with modern innovation.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Chianti DOCG wines must be at least 70% Sangiovese.
Fact 02
The 'Granducato' name historically refers to the Grand Duchy of Tuscany.
Fact 03
Tuscany has a winemaking history stretching back over 2,500 years.
Fact 04
Sangiovese is Italy's most planted red grape variety.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Granducato Chianti 2016 is produced from Sangiovese grapes grown in Tuscany. The winemaking process typically involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks, a technique chosen to preserve the wine's freshness and primary fruit characteristics. Depending on the specific bottling and desired style, the wine may undergo a period of aging. Granducato's approach integrates modern technology with traditional winemaking practices, aiming to express the unique terroir of their estates. The producer also emphasizes sustainable practices in their operations.
