I Casali Chianti Classico

Producer:
Fattoria San Michele a Torri
Region:
Tuscany
Grape:
Sangiovese(90%), Canaiolo(5%), Merlot(5%)
Classification:
DOCG
Vintage:
2012
Capacity:
0.75 l

A dry red wine from the native Tuscan grape Sangiovese with the addition of Canaiolo and Merlot. I Casali is the name of a vineyard from which originate the grapes used to make this wine. A high-quality, classic Chianti, characterized by all the merits of the grape – freshness, ripe fruit and gentle tannins. The grapes, collected manually, are carefully transformed into wine, which then matures for 12 months in 2500 litre oak casks. Our producer doesn’t intentionally use barriques to highlight beautiful cherry and violet notes of Sangiovese. Very drinkable.

Details

Color: intense ruby red.

Aroma: intense, long lasting, fruity and floral notes.

Flavor: warm, soft, harmonious.

Food matching: excellent with ragout lasagna, grilled meat, Florence steak, meat roast.

Serving temperature: 18°C.

Alcohol content: 13,5%.

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