Chianti Riserva DOCG
Scarànto | 2016
Category
Red Wines
96
Punti/Points
GRAPE VARIETY
85% Sangiovese 15% Merlot
REGION
Tuscany
AGEING
12 months in French oak barrels Allier
ALCOHOL
14% vol.
WINE TYPE
Red wine
TASTING NOTES
Aromas of blackberries, blueberries and lavender follow through to a full body, tight and dense fruit and a long and chewy finish. Needs time to come together. Try after 2021
WINEMAKING
It is produced with first choice Sangiovese and Merlot grapes, grown with sacred respect for nature and the environment. The grapes are hand harvested in 20kg boxes at our vineyards and harvesting is done in stages to ensure perfect ripening of the grapes
ESTATE & VINEYARD
Scarànto is situated in the hills of Chianti region in Tuscany. The vineyards are over 30 years old and are located at 700 a.s.l. Limestone and clay are the main components of the soil. The climate is hot during the day and windy and cool at night.
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