Ricasoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Castello di Brolio DOCG
Country
Italy
bottle size
750 ml
Wine Type
Red Wine
Wine Region
Tuscany
Grape Variety
Sangiovese
vintage
2020 [**VINTAGE MAY CHANGE]
Alcohol
14%
characteristics
Body
Full
Full
Full
Acidity
Medium
Medium
Medium
Tannin
Medium
Medium
Medium
2020 [**VINTAGE MAY CHANGE]
Product Description
Castello di Brolio is created from a meticulous selection of the best Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and petit Verdot grapes from the estate’s vineyards, spread over 230 hectares of land. The production of each vintage may thus vary in quantity, but quality is always outstanding. The vineyards are at 250 to 450 meters above sea level, facing south/south-west. The perfect exposure and excellent elevation of the land as well as the very stony soil are responsible for the typicality of this wine.
wine score
94 points Wine Advocate
One of the estate's most important and successful bottles, the Barone Ricasoli 2020 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Castello di Brolio is plump and rich with warm-vintage layers of blackberry, juicy cherry, spice and soft earth. It ages in tonneaux for 22 months, of which only 30% is new oak, yet that is more than enough to impart savory tones, soft tannins and rich textural support to this full-bodied Sangiovese.
96 points James Suckling
Bright and floral on the nose with orange blossom to the vivid sliced cherry character. Medium body, with ultra-fine tannins that are supple and caressing. Gorgeous cooked peach pie and cherry aftertaste.
Profile
Grape Blended
90% Sangiovese, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot
Palate
The entry is firm but elegant, with sweet tannins and balanced acidity. The finish is long with excellent persistence.
Colour
Intense ruby red color.
Aroma
Complex nose with fruity aromas of red fruits, plums, balsamic hints and vanilla scents.
Palate
The entry is firm but elegant, with sweet tannins and balanced acidity. The finish is long with excellent persistence.
Wine Pairing
:Beef
:Lamb
:Cured Meat
:Soft Cheese
:Pasta
Product details
Castello di Brolio is created from a meticulous selection of the best Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and petit Verdot grapes from the estate’s vineyards, spread over 230 hectares of land. The production of each vintage may thus vary in quantity, but quality is always outstanding. The vineyards are at 250 to 450 meters above sea level, facing south/south-west. The perfect exposure and excellent elevation of the land as well as the very stony soil are responsible for the typicality of this wine.
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