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Sangiovese 100% du Vigneto Montesodi, au Castello Nipozzano à Pelago, vendangé à la main et élevé 18 mois en bois, en Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG. Prix de 41,64 € les 75 cl sans distinction mentionnée.
Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG, Sangiovese 100% du Vigneto Montesodi à Pelago : appellation, cépage et zone nommés, arômes de cerise, prune et romarin cohérents.
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Magnum 1,5 L à 83,27 €, soit 41,64 € les 75 cl (prix barré 115,33 €). Ramené au format standard, le prix reste élevé pour un Chianti Rufina Riserva.
Accords précis (viandes rouges, gibier, rôtis, fromages affinés), profil détaillé (cerise, cannelle, vanille, romarin) et service à 16–18 °C indiqué.
Domaine Nipozzano au Castello Nipozzano, Pelago ; vendanges manuelles, fermentation contrôlée, malolactique et 18 mois d'élevage en bois précisés.
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Let me tell you the story of a wine that whispers Tuscany, a pure Sangiovese that transports you to the heart of its hills. This Chianti Rufina Riserva is not just a wine, it is an invitation to a sensory journey, a promise of unforgettable moments.
We are here at Castello Nipozzano, in the Pelago region, near Florence. It is on the lands of this historic estate that this wine is born, coming from the Montesodi Vineyard, a privileged place where Sangiovese finds its noblest expression. Chianti Rufina, although smaller in area than other appellations, is renowned for the finesse and longevity of its wines, and Nipozzano is a proud ambassador of it.
This wine is 100% Sangiovese, carefully cultivated and hand-harvested. Vinification follows a precise process: after controlled fermentation, the wine undergoes maceration and malolactic fermentation, key steps to refine its structure. It is then aged for 18 months in wood, then refined in the bottle, allowing it to develop its full complexity. When tasting, its intense red color announces aromatic richness. On the nose, you will be charmed by notes of cherry, raspberry and plum, interlaced with sweet spices like cinnamon and vanilla, with a herbaceous touch of rosemary. On the palate, it reveals an elegant structure and a beautiful persistence, faithful to its heritage.
This Chianti Rufina Riserva is the dream partner for your most flavorful meals. Imagine it alongside grilled red meats, a simmered game dish or fragrant roasts. It also elevates aged cheeses, creating a perfect pairing between the richness of the dish and the complexity of the wine. It is a wine to be served calmly, giving it time to fully express itself in your glass.
Whether for a special occasion, a party with friends or simply to treat yourself, this Montesodi is a safe bet. It is even available in Magnum format, an ideal option for sharing or for collectors, presented in an elegant wooden case. Let yourself be tempted by this Tuscan gem, it promises you an authentic and memorable experience.