Tenuta La Gabbiola Chianti Classico Riserva

Producer:
Fattoria San Michele a Torri
Region:
Tuscany
Grape:
Sangiovese (100%)
Classification:
DOCG
Vintage:
2011
Capacity:
0.75 l

A dry red wine from Tuscan indigenous grape Sangiovese. A splendid Riserva vintage 2011 from special selection of Sangiovese grapes originating from a single vineyard called Tenuta La Gabbiola. It’s a classic Chianti, made with care, with organic wine certificate. The 2011 vintage was very good in Tuscany, some say it was a classic year, therefore it was possible to produce Riserva. Aged for 20 months in 2500 litre oak casks. The wine reflects the power and finesse of great Tuscan grape. Soft structure, power of alcohol and depth of aromas combine into the one whole. The lovers of classic Tuscan wines surely will be satisfied.

Details

Color: deep, intense ruby red
Aroma: intense, long lasting, notes of cherry, blackberry, violet, iris with accents of spices and tobacco.
Flavor: warm, soft, harmonious.
Food matching: excellent with ragout lasagna, grilled meats, Florence steak, roast meat with sauce, all kinds of pork (also roast piglet).
Serving temperature: 20°C.
Alcohol content: 14,5%.

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