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
85% Sangiovese, 15% 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
31.08.07 - 21.09.07
Wine analysis
Alcohol: 13,5%; total acidity: 5,6‰,
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
Fragrant cherry and black fruit and oak on the nose. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a clean, fruit and vanilla finish.
Perfect with
Grilled meat, roast or braised beef and veal, stewed dishes, grilled fish and pasta dishes with strong tasting sauces.
Awards
Wine Spectator
88
James Suckling
Vinous
90
Antonio Galloni
Wine Advocate
90
Robert Parker