75cl
Chianti Classico Riserva 2019 Brancaia
Vendor code : 16
Chianti Classico Riserva is a blend of 80% Sangiovese and 20% Merlot that does an excellent job of stringing together the many varied components of what makes a great Chianti Classico.
This wine is well-balanced and intense, with a bright aroma that starts with black primary fruit, and then turns into a solid mixture of spices, crushed stone, and dried flowers. Detailing is a special feature of this Chianti Classico. The finish is long and supple. This wine is certainly among the best in its category.
Organic viticulture practices protect Brancaia's soil, air, water, and improve the flavor and character of the grapes and wine. As of 2019, Brancaia is a certified organic winery. The company is convinced that the foundation for making the best wine is laid in the vineyard. Choosing the grape variety and the right clone is fundamental to producing the perfect wine. Old vines also have advantages in terms of climate change. The vines that have thrived at Brancaia for over 25 years have adapted perfectly to the environment with micro changes in their DNA. The Brancaia winery includes about 40 hectares of vineyards in Chianti Classico (Castellina in Chianti and Radda in Chianti) and another 40 hectares in Maremma. Brancaia's employees work over 450 hours per hectare in the vineyards before the grapes enter the cellar. It's mostly manual labor, as is the entire harvest. Brancaia has been using a decision support system (DSS) since 2015. The DSS is an IT platform that collects real-time data from weather stations and ground probes. This information is evaluated using advanced technology and provides useful information to make decisions about possible interventions or upcoming tillage. Since 2012, Brancaia has been enhancing the complexity and authenticity of wines through spontaneous fermentation. Thanks to the natural yeast flora, Brancaia wines are not only technically advanced and elegant but also extremely authentic.
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Bob Campbell MW
Deliciously aromatic with scents of citrus and wild flowers. Intense chardonnay with lemon zest, oyster-shell and floral notes on the palate. A vibrant, seamless wine with purity and power.
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