COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Colorino
PRODUCER
Villa Mangiacane
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Villa Mangiacane Riserva Chianti Classico 2017 is an Italian red wine from the Chianti Classico DOCG appellation in Tuscany. Produced by Villa Mangiacane, an estate with a history dating back to the 14th century and rumored to have been designed by Michelangelo, it is situated 12 km south of Florence. The estate is transitioning to organic farming practices. The wine is primarily made from Sangiovese, with the inclusion of other permitted local grape varieties like Canaiolo and Colorino.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Estate rumored to be designed by Michelangelo.
Fact 02
Located just 12 km south of Florence.
Fact 03
Transitioned to organic farming practices.
Fact 04
Vineyards span 43 hectares of the 242-hectare estate.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Villa Mangiacane Riserva Chianti Classico involves traditional fermentation techniques. As a Riserva, it adheres to strict aging requirements, with a minimum of 24 months of maturation, including bottle aging. The estate employs a triple selection process for its grapes to ensure quality. The producer is also transitioning to organic farming practices.
