Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Gaiole – Ricasoli ou Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG – Frescobaldi ?

Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione from Gaiole in Chianti, 100% Sangiovese from the vigneti del Castello di Brolio: designation and zone precisely named.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG, Sangiovese only, Rufina zone named, intense ruby-red color and red fruit, spice and balsamic notes consistent with the appellation.

Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…Three top-level distinctions: James Suckling 96, Wine Spectator 95 and Robert Parker 94, with the producer Ricasoli named.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Three Gambero Rosso bicchieri (2016, 2020 and undated), 3 Veronelli stars, 4 Bibenda grappoli, 4 AIS vines and 2019, plus 90 points from James Suckling, Robert Parker and Wine Spectator.

Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…6 L large format at €328.52, i.e. €41.07 for the 75 cl, crossed-out price €403.81: consistent for a Gran Selezione rated 94–96.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…At €37.72 instead of €46.38, a multi-awarded DOCG Riserva from Frescobaldi sits below the usual price for its rank, which raises its score.

Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…Precise pairings (red meats, roasts, mushrooms, pasta al ragù), detailed aromatic profile and service indicated at 16–18 °C.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Precise pairings (red meats, game, aged cheeses), detailed aromatic profile and serving temperature indicated between 16 and 18 °C; aging potential exceeds a decade.

Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Se…Ricasoli named and located at Castello di Brolio; steel fermentation at 24–27 °C, maceration 14–16 days, aging 22 months in 500 L casks, 30% new, plus 8 months.

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG –…Frescobaldi named and vinification specified: steel fermentation, wood aging of about 18 months followed by bottle aging of at least 6 months; manual harvesting and organic status not specified.