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Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione
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Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione

Red Chianti Classico, Tuscany Colombaio di Cencio Estate
29,50 €
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Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2020 de Colombaio di Cencio, 100 % Sangiovese, élevé au moins 30 mois en bois et vendu 29,50 € au lieu de 37,34 €. Aucune récompense ni mention de bio, de rendement ou de capacité de garde n'est précisée.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %8,2

    Appellation Chianti Classico DOCG nommée avec sa zone de production et le Sangiovese seul cépage, millésime 2020 : ancrage toscan précis et cohérent.

  • Recognition20 %6,0

    No award or guide mentioned, producer not renowned in the texts: simple absence of information, rating maintained in the neutral range.

  • Value for money25 %7,4

    À 29,50 € (barré 37,34 €) pour un Gran Selezione, le tarif reste contenu pour ce niveau d'appellation, sans distinction attestée pour le confirmer.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,6

    Accords précis (viandes rouges, gibier, fromages affinés), profil aromatique détaillé et service à 16-18°C : vin souple à marier, sans indication de garde.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %7,8

    Domaine Colombaio di Cencio nommé et situé dans le Chianti Classico, fermentation en acier et élevage en bois d'au moins 30 mois précisés.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Technical sheet

Grape varietySangiovese
AppellationDOCG
Production zoneChianti Classico, Tuscany
Vintage2020
Alcohol content14.5%
Format75 cl
ColorIntense ruby red
Serving temperature16-18°C
Food and wine pairingRed meats, game, aged cheeses

The wine

Colombaio di Cencio: The Deep Soul of Chianti Classico

Let me guide you toward a wine that embodies the very essence of Tuscany, a pure expression of Sangiovese. This Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from Colombaio di Cencio is not just a bottle, it's a story of terroir, passion and patience waiting for you.

At the Heart of the Chianti Classico Hills

The Colombaio di Cencio estate is nestled in the Tuscan hills, a landscape shaped by centuries of viticulture. It is here, in the historic Chianti Classico appellation, that Sangiovese finds its noblest expression. This 2020 vintage is the fruit of a rigorous selection of the best grapes, a promise of quality and character.

From the very first glance, its color seduces you with its depth. On the nose, you will discover an aromatic symphony: ripe red fruits like cherry and plum mingle with spicy notes of black pepper, all enhanced by delicate floral nuances of violet. On the palate, this wine reveals a full body and a persistent tannic structure. Its balance between freshness and softness is remarkable, and its finish unveils a pleasant spicy aftertaste. Fermentation in steel tanks, followed by prolonged aging in wood for at least 30 months, gives it this elegance and this ability to stand the test of time.

An Italian Table, Obvious Pairings

Imagine this wine on your table, ready to elevate your dishes. I warmly recommend it with roasted red meats, a fine cut of game, or even a platter of aged cheeses. This Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is an invitation to conviviality, a sensory journey that connects you directly to the beating heart of Tuscany. It is the ideal companion for moments of sharing, where each sip tells the authenticity of its terroir.

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This Gran Selezione 2020 from Colombaio di Cencio goes through fermentation in steel tanks, then at least 30 months of aging in wood: a nice bet to let the Sangiovese gain depth without losing its liveliness. If you like reds that take their time, this one deserves a look.

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