Basic Information
Description
Brancaia Chianti Classico Riserva is produced from the best Sangiovese grapes from Brancaia and Poppi and then blended with a touch of Merlot.
Denomination
DOCG
Varieties
95% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot
Vineyards and terroir
Vineyards location
Castellina and Radda in Chianti
Vineyards elevation and exposure
230 - 400 mt a.s.l.; S-SW exp.
Soils
Castellina: loamy soil - Radda: medium textured with rocky skeleton
Climate and microclimate
Continental climate, with cool winters (also below 0°C) and very warm summers.
Vinification and aging
Harvest
10.09.01 - 07.10.01
Wine analysis
Alcohol: 13%; total acidity: 5,60‰,
Temperature of fermentation
30 - 32 °C
Must contact
up to 20 days
Maturing
16 months, 1/2 in new barriques, 1/2 in used barriques
Bottle ageing
8 months minimum
First year of production
1982
Ageing potential
up to 15 years
Tasting notes
Tasting note
Ripe cherry and black fruit on the nose, with mineral and spice notes. Medium-bodied and dark, with well-integrated tannins and a fresh, fruity finish.
Perfect with
Grilled meat, roast or braised beef and veal, stewed dishes, grilled fish and pasta dishes with strong tasting sauces.
Awards
Wein Gourmet
89
Gerhard Eichelmann
Luca Maroni
89
Luca Maroni
Wine Spectator
91
James Suckling