CHIANTI DOCG 2012
It is one of the most famous and renowned wines, a quintessential symbol of Tuscany and of “Made in Italy” products in the world. Born in the heart of Tuscany, its production is regulated by strict laws that protect its quality standards. Obtained mainly from Sangiovese grapes, it has a red color, which tends to turn into garnet red with aging.
The taste is balanced, intense and persistent; it presents floral and fruity notes of cherry, spicy hints, and scent of violet and iris.
It tastes great with grilled white and red meats, but it is also a good with starters and first courses.
BOTTLES PRODUCED: 2004
Wine
DENOMINATION: Chianti
DESIGNATION: DOCG
PRODUCTION AREA: Toscana, Chianti Docg
VINTAGE YEAR: 2012
BLEND: Sangiovese 85%, Merlot 10%, other red-berried grapes 5%
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 12.5%
Vineyards
SOIL VARIETY: Pliocene alluvional deposits
YIELD PER HECTARE: 90 quintals
SYSTEM DENSITY: 3.500/4.000 logs per hectare
TRAINING SYSTEM: Spur trained
HARVEST PERIOD: End of September/Beginning of October 2012
Winery
VINIFICATION: Red
FERMENTATION TANKS: Stainless steel
FERMENTATION TEMPRATURE: 26-28°C
LENGHT OF FERMENTATION: 8 days
REFINING: Ageing in stainless steel tanks
Tasting
BEST TIME FOR TASTING: Ready to be tasted
SERVING TEMPERATURE: 16-18°C
BOTTLE OPENING: Can be tasted at the opening of the bottle
DECANTING: Not necessary
SOMMELIER’S NOTES:
COLOR: Purple red
FLAVOR: Fruity notes of cherries and spicy scents
TASTE: Pleasant taste, intense and long-lasting
PAIRINGS: Appetizers and pasta of all kinds, as well as white and red meat
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