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
05.09.05 - 29.09.05
Wine analysis
Alcohol: 13,5%; 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
Shows aromas of cherry, blackberry, underwood and hints of oak, Full-bodied with a clean finish.
Perfect with
Grilled meat, roast or braised beef and veal, stewed dishes, grilled fish and pasta dishes with strong tasting sauces.
Awards
I Vini di Veronelli
87
Daniel Thomases
Wine Spectator
87
James Suckling
Enogea
88
Alessandro Masnaghetti
Mondo Wein der Welt
88
Gerhard Eichelmann