Chianti Classico Riserva (Organic)

Wine Producer:

Badia a Coltibuono

Winemaker:

Muarizio Castelli

Wine Style:

Red

Winery Info:

Badia a Coltibuono is synonymous with Chianti Classico. One of the iconic estates of Chianti Classico run by the Stucchi Prinetti family with the charming Emanuela the current chatelaine of the stunning 14th century abbey

Vineyard information:

Zone of production: Monti in Chianti (SI). Location: Poggino Vignone Montebello Argenina. Altitude and orientation: 350 m. slm South SouthEast SouthWest.Soil: Clay and limestone rock. Age of vineyard: 1055 years old. Training system: Guyot. Plant density per hectare: 3500.

Food Pairing:

Lamb Shank marinated in red wine or roast lamb, chicken livers,or rich mushroom dishes, roasted pheasant or fillet of Highland Venison.

Abv:

15%

Grape Variety:

Sangiovese 90% Canaiolo 10%

Tasting Note:

Made in limited quantities, the exceptional riserva has 24 months in French and Austrain oak. It is reminiscent of morello cherry, nutmeg and unctous red fruits, with a wonderful herbal undertone.