Chianti Classico Riserva
2019, Tuscany, Italy
Chianti Classico Riserva
Sangiovese
Castello La Leccia
About the Wine
Sangiovese with a little touch of Malvasia Nera. The de-stemmed and gently crushed berries are transferred to steel tanks at a controlled temperature and undergo a pre-fermentative cryomaceration for 24 hours. Subsequently, we take care of the alcoholic fermentation, maintaining a temperature of 27°-28°. Short and frequent pumping over are carried out. Maceration with the skins lasts about 20-24 days. After racking, malolactic fermentation and maturation in concrete tanks follow. 18 months in oak barrels and barriques (made in France, capacity 2.000 liters). Bottle aging: 6 months.
Tasting Notes
It has an intense ruby red color, which has a tendency to become garnet red as the wine ages. The Chianti Classico Riserva is a wine of good intensity and great persistence, the nose has an intense aroma of violets and an elegance that is enhanced over time. On the palate is vibrant, mineral, and velvety, with a dense, soft, and ripe tannin structure.
Pairing Recommendation
Pair this wine with red meat, roasted lamb, wild boar, and venison.