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Rufina Riserva de Frescobaldi en Sangiovese, millésime 2023, élevé au moins 24 mois et multi-distingué (trois bicchieri, Veronelli, Bibenda). Le grand format de 1,5 L à 37,22 € reste correct, mais les pratiques agricoles ne sont pas précisées.
Appellation Chianti Rufina DOCG et zone de Rufina nommées, Sangiovese seul cépage, notes de cerise, épices, tabac et balsamique cohérentes avec l'appellation.
Trois bicchieri, trois stelle Veronelli, quatre grappoli Bibenda, James Suckling 90 et 92, Robert Parker 90, Wine Spectator 91 : distinctions nombreuses et nommées.
Grand format 1,5 L à 37,22 € au lieu de 45,63 €, soit 18,61 € les 75 cl : prix contenu pour un Rufina Riserva multi-distingué.
Specific pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature of 16-18°C indicated; no mention of ageing potential.
Frescobaldi nommé et situé à Rufina, vinification traditionnelle avec macération sur peaux, élevage minimum 24 mois dont une partie en fûts de chêne de Slavonie.
Independent rating, calculated from the property's public information and traveler reviews. Commissions received on bookings are not included in the rating.
Comment on noteThe wine
Imagine yourself in the heart of Tuscany, where the hills roll under the sun. This wine is an invitation to discover the purest expression of Sangiovese, a vibrant testament to an exceptional terroir.
Let me take you to the Rufina region, a lesser-known but oh-so-precious appellation of Chianti. It is here, on soils rich in galestro and alberese, that the vines of the Frescobaldi estate draw their strength. This estate, whose history is intimately linked to Tuscan viticulture, has managed to preserve the authenticity of this unique terroir. The king grape variety, Sangiovese, is sublimated here, sometimes accompanied by indigenous varieties that perfect its balance, giving it structure and freshness.
This Chianti Rufina Riserva, 2023 vintage, is the fruit of traditional vinification, with prolonged maceration on the skins that extracts all the aromatic and coloring richness of the grape. Its aging is meticulous: a minimum of 24 months, part of it in Slavonian oak barrels. It is this long refinement that gives it its deep color, complex aromas and velvety texture. On the nose, you will discover intense notes of ripe cherry, soft spices, a touch of tobacco and even subtle balsamic hints. On the palate, the balance is perfect between beautiful acidity and well-integrated tannins, offering a persistent and enveloping finish.
So, how best to savor this treasure? I recommend it with robust dishes that will echo its personality. Think of grilled red meats, game, or aged cheeses. This is a wine that calls for conviviality, meals with friends or family, those precious moments when we take the time to share. It will elevate a special dinner, bringing a touch of authenticity and elegance to your table. Let yourself be carried away by this Nipozzano Riserva, and discover Tuscany in your glass.
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