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Three Gran Selezione 100 % sangiovese from Castello di Brolio, in Gaiole in Chianti, aged 22 months in 500 L barrels including 30 % new. No distinction mentioned and 2.3 L format at €56.17/75 cl, high ranking for a Gran Selezione without an award.
Chianti Classico DOCG, 100 % sangiovese, Gaiole in Chianti zone (Castello di Brolio) and three named crus: precise and consistent anchoring.
No distinction or guide mentioned; Ricasoli, established at Castello di Brolio in the lineage of Baron Bettino Ricasoli, remains the only renowned reference.
Large 2.3 L format equivalent to 3 bottles: €168.51, i.e. €56.17/75 cl, below the crossed-out price of €193.45; reasonable for a Gran Selezione.
Detailed aromatic profile (red fruits, floral, balsamic, spicy, mineral) and pairings with white or red meats, aged cheeses; temperature not specified.
Ricasoli at Castello di Brolio: fermentation at 24-27 °C, 14-16 days maceration and 22 months ageing in 500 L barrels including 30 % new.
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 history and vines intertwine. Today, I'm taking you to discover an emblematic facet of Chianti Classico, through three exceptional crus signed Ricasoli: Colledilà, Roncicone and CeniPrimo. Each offers a unique perspective on Sangiovese, promising you a rich and nuanced sensory exploration.
We are in Gaiole in Chianti, within the legendary Castello di Brolio, the estate of the Ricasoli family. It is here, on these ancestral lands, that Baron Bettino Ricasoli laid the foundations of Chianti as we know it. These three Gran Selezione are the pure expression of Sangiovese, the king grape variety of the region, cultivated with passion and expertise. Each parcel, Colledilà, Roncicone and CeniPrimo, benefits from a distinct terroir, shaping unique characters.
The winemaking process is meticulous: fermentation at controlled temperature (24-27°C) with maceration for 14 to 16 days and daily punch-downs. Aging then takes place for 22 months in 500-liter barrels, of which 30% are new, allowing the wine to gain in complexity and harmony. On the nose, you will discover aromas of fresh red fruits, blackberries, enhanced by delicate floral, balsamic, spicy notes and a mineral touch that signs the elegance of the terroir. On the palate, the tannic profile varies subtly from one label to another, ranging from finesse to a more enveloping structure, always with remarkable balance and great drinkability.
These Chianti Classico Gran Selezione are ideal companions to elevate your meals. I recommend serving them at a controlled temperature and opening them a few minutes before tasting so they can fully express themselves. They will pair wonderfully with white and red meats, aged cheeses or flavorful dishes. Whether for a moment of everyday pleasure or a more special occasion, this selection invites you to a true sensory discovery, immersing you in the heart of Tuscan authenticity.
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