Chianti Riserva DOCG 2002
Winemaker Notes:
A Classic Italian Gem that helped create what Chianti is traditionally known for today
This wine is an excellent and classic example of a traditional "Old World" style Chianti Riserva
This wine comes from the heart of the Chianti Riserva zone within the region of Chianti, and closely resembles the same characteristics you would find in a true, old world fine Tuscan Chianti Riserva. Made of 100% Sangiovese grapes that are hand selected, picked and sorted to ensure the highest quality, this wine is aged for 24 months in French Oak Barriques (size: 250ltr) and 6 months in Bottle. Aging in the barriques give this wine its classic, old world style character and complexity. This wine is traditional and classic Chianti Riserva. Aging in French Oak Barriques gives this wine a brilliant and deep ruby red color with garnet hues.
The nose of this wine is wide, full, and persistent with intense lingering aromas of delicious fruit and spiced notes, that is true to its old world characteristics. Elegant and well balanced, on the palate the wine is fruit forward and soft, with gentle tannins that are in perfect balance with the acidity of the wine, with subtle flavors vanilla, cocoa, and spice. A smooth, fruit forward body that is soft and warm, with a long, slightly dry, velvety and persistent finish.
Excellent to enjoy solo or paired with sharp cheeses or fruit appetizers, roasted meats, barbeque, savory poultry, pizza and a hearty plate of pasta. An "Old World" style Chianti Riserva and one of the Jewels of Tuscany.
