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Melini's Chianti DOCG 2024, sangiovese as the sole grape, fermented in steel, macerated on the skins and aged at least 3 months in bottle; sold for €8.75 and to be served between 16 and 18 °C. Awards and guides not specified, no distinction is attested for this vintage.
Chianti DOCG, sangiovese as the sole grape, named Chianti zone, notes of cherry, wild strawberry and consistent spices: clear anchoring, without a specified sub-zone.
Awards and guides not specified for this 2024 vintage; Melini is named as the producer, but no attested reputation is cited.
At €8.75 a bottle, with a crossed-out price of €9.66, this Chianti DOCG 2024 remains in a moderate price range for an appellation with no announced distinction.
Varied and precise pairings (red meats, aged cheeses, Tuscan dishes, tomato, grills), profile of red fruits, spices and flowers, serving at 16-18 °C, possible aging.
Melini is named and located in Chianti; fermentation in a steel tank, maceration on the skins and aging of at least 3 months in bottle are specified.
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Comment on noteThe wine
Let me guide you to a treasure of Tuscany, a wine that embodies the refined simplicity and generosity of this land. This Chianti DOCG from Melini, 2024 vintage, is an invitation to savor authenticity, a faithful companion for your moments of sharing.
In the heart of Tuscany, in the historic Chianti DOCG appellation, the Melini estate perpetuates a winemaking tradition rooted in respect for Sangiovese. This emblematic grape variety is the sole soul of this wine, carefully raised to express all its typicity. It is the fruit of a history, of a know-how passed down from generation to generation, offering a wine that speaks of its origin.
Its bright ruby red color is already a promise. On the nose, you will discover an immediate and frank profile, where ripe cherry and wild strawberries mingle with light floral notes, earthy nuances and a touch of fine spice, bringing a delicate complexity. On the palate, the center is pleasant, with a slight bitterness reminiscent of cherry skin and a finish of sweet spices. The sip is lively, supported by a sapid freshness that makes it easy-drinking. Its body is medium, and its tannins, although present, are perfectly integrated, offering a structure without dryness and a pleasant persistence that invites the next glass. This wine is the result of fermentation in steel tanks, followed by maceration on the skins, then aging of at least three months in the bottle, to refine its aromas and structure.
This Chianti DOCG is a table wine par excellence, of great versatility. It will naturally accompany your tomato-based dishes, your rustic soups, red meats such as roasts, and aged cheeses. Imagine it also with charcuterie antipasti, mushroom-based dishes or light grilled foods. I recommend serving it slightly chilled, between 16 and 18 °C, so that it reveals all its nuances. It is enjoyed young, but you can also let it age a few years in the bottle. This is the sincere, agile and pleasant-to-drink Chianti you are looking for, a true expression of Tuscany to share.