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
80% Sangiovese, 20% 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
14.09.15 - 04.10.15
Wine analysis
Alcohol: 14,5%; total acidity: 5,70‰,
Temperature of fermentation
30 - 32 °C
Must contact
up to 20 days
Maturing
16 months, Sangiovese in tonneaux, Merlot in barriques
Bottle ageing
8 months minimum
First year of production
1982
Ageing potential
up to 15 years
Tasting notes
Tasting note
Deep and dark, displays black cherry, blackberry, tar and sweet spice notes. The firm structure supports a long aftertaste.
Perfect with
Grilled meat, roast or braised beef and veal, stewed dishes, grilled fish and pasta dishes with strong tasting sauces.
Awards
Falstaff
91
Othmar Kiem
Vinous
91
Antonio Galloni
Wine Spectator
92
Bruce Sanderson
Wine Advocate
92
Monica Larner
Bibenda
5 grappoli
WinesCritic.com
94
Raffaele Vecchione
James Suckling
95
James Suckling