Chianti Classico 2008
Ratings: Gold Medal and Best of Class at the "2010 Los Angeles International Wine & Spirits Competition", Selected by the Italian Association of Sommeliers (AIS) as second best Chianti Classico 2008 out of 83 wines presented at "Chianti Classico Collection 2010" and amongst the 20 best wines of the event (359 wines presented from vintage 2001 to 2008): 86/100, Euposia: 85/100, Eno World Wine: 4 stars, Kyle Phillips 2 stars, Wein-Plus.de 84+/100 Very Good;
Classification: D.O.C.G., certified as: "produced with Organic grapes".
Grape Varieties Blend: Sangiovese 90%, Canaiolo 10%
Vinification: Traditional style with "governo".
Maturation and Refinement: Oak casks then bottle.
Organoleptic Characteristics of the wine:
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Colour: Deep cherry ruby; |
| Bouquet: Intense, flowery, vegetal accents mingled with spice, hints of cherries and berry fruit; |
| Flavour: Supple, persistant, well balanced, berry fruit supported by acidity and spice, cocoa, cherries, peppery and tannic finish, elegant and well structured. |
Alcohol 13,60%, Total acidity 5,70 g/l, Dry extract 31,3 g/l
Availability and prices will be given on demand
