WINES OF ITALY

Chianti Classico - DOCG (GPDO)

Production area of Chianti Classico DOCG:

slopes up to 250 to 600 meters between Florence and Siena characterized by thick woods; the soil is predominantly sandstone at the higher altitudes and calcareous clay at lower altitudes

Vine selection :

Sangiovese (minimum 80%) and others

Colour:

intense ruby red with maroon highlights with aging

Aroma:

typical, intense, of violets

Taste:

dry, harmonious, slightly tannic when young, acquires softness with age

Minimum alcohol content:

12%

Aging:

12 months prior to release

Types:

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Riserva:

the Riserva must have min alcholic content of 12.5%; the Riserva must age for at least two years.

Serving temperature of wine Chianti Classico:

Serve the wine at: 60° - 64° Farenheit (16° - 18° Celsius), opening the bottle few hours before serving