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Lodolaio - Chianti Classico Riserva D.O.C.G.
Chianti Classico Riserva D.O.C.G.
Alcoholic content: 13,5% volume
Serving temperature: 16 –18° C
Bottle size: 750 ml. - 1.500 ml.
Serving temperature: 16 –18° C
Bottle size: 750 ml. - 1.500 ml.
Grapes
Sangiovese and Canaiolo, with the addition of 10% Merlot.
Vinification process
The grapes are harvested when perfectly ripe and the maceration goes on for 12 – 15 days. After a first decantation, the wine ages in steel tanks for 6 months and afterwards in big oak barrels for 18 months. The wine then refines in bottle for 4 months.
Organoleptic characteristics
Colour: deep ruby red, with light garnet-red highlights.
Bouquet: complex, ethereal with fruity notes evolving in a delicate spicy bouquet.
Taste: aristocratic, well-structured, elegantly tannic and well-balanced.
Gastronomic matches
Ideal with roasted or braised red meats and game.
Sangiovese and Canaiolo, with the addition of 10% Merlot.
Vinification process
The grapes are harvested when perfectly ripe and the maceration goes on for 12 – 15 days. After a first decantation, the wine ages in steel tanks for 6 months and afterwards in big oak barrels for 18 months. The wine then refines in bottle for 4 months.
Organoleptic characteristics
Colour: deep ruby red, with light garnet-red highlights.
Bouquet: complex, ethereal with fruity notes evolving in a delicate spicy bouquet.
Taste: aristocratic, well-structured, elegantly tannic and well-balanced.
Gastronomic matches
Ideal with roasted or braised red meats and game.
