Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG - Brancaia 2021

Brancaia

Sangiovese Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 75 cl 2021

CHF 24.75−15%(CHF 33.00/ℓ)
Recommended price: CHF 29.08

Excise and customs charges incl. (EU, CH, US only)

Out of stock

  • Secure packaging
  • Tracked shipping
  • Damage/loss protection
  • Visa
  • Mastercard
  • American Express
  • PayPal
  • Apple Pay
  • Google Pay
  • Klarna

  • Damage/loss protection
  • Quality assurance
  • Tracked shipping
  • Shipping in 24/48h* *(for items in "Immediate Availability")

Technical information

Producer
Brancaia
Name
Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
Variety
Sangiovese
Vintage
2021
Gradation
14.0%
Format
75 cl
Aromatic profile
Red fruits, spices, balsamic notes
Vinification method
Steel fermentation, prolonged maceration
Aging
Minimum 24 months
Type of cask
Oak barrels
AI

The Bottle of Italy Sommelier

Advice to enjoy this wine at its best.

Let’s talk about Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG - Brancaia

More questions

The Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG of Brancaia is born in the heart of Tuscany, in the historic area of Chianti Classico, where Sangiovese reigns supreme. This wine embodies the typicality of the territory, enhanced by a rigorous grape selection process and an aging that involves a long maturation in oak barrels, giving it structure and complexity. In the glass, it presents an intense ruby red color, accompanied by deep and enveloping aromas of ripe cherry, plum, sweet spices, and balsamic hints, which evolve into more complex notes of tobacco and vanilla. On the palate, it is full, balanced, and persistent, thanks to pleasant acidity and silky tannins, typical of quality Sangiovese. Perfect to accompany traditional Tuscan dishes such as roasted meats, game, and aged cheeses, this Chianti Classico Riserva of Brancaia is a shining example of oenological excellence.

The winery

Brancaia

ToscanaItaliaSince 1981

Tuscan winery with estates in Chianti Classico and Maremma, focused on wines produced using an organic approach and offering a range that includes wines, olive oil, grappa and gin. (brancaia.com)
Grape varieties
Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Three estates expressing distinct terroirs: Castellina, Radda and la Maremma.
  • Producer with a diverse range: organic wines, extra virgin olive oil, grappa and gin.
  • Signature wine "Il Blu" and the founders' historic square logo.
  • Winery with facilities for tours, an osteria, and a bar in Castellina.
The story
The estate began when the Widmer family purchased the Brancaia hill in the 1980s: from a first podere in Castellina/Poppi it grew into an operation with several estates and iconic wines such as Il Blu, whose square logo was created in the late 1980s. In subsequent years the winery expanded its holdings to include plots in Chianti Classico and Maremma.
Production philosophy
A pursuit of harmony, elegance and authenticity combined with a strong commitment to respecting nature: the company website indicates that the wines are produced with an organic approach and with attention to the land and sustainability.
Terroir and vineyards
The vineyards and facilities are primarily located in Chianti Classico and along the coast of the Tuscan Maremma; the administrative headquarters and the winery are in Radda in Chianti.
Awards and recognition
The Chianti Classico wine has received recognition in specialized tastings; in particular, the company’s history records a success in a blind tasting for the 1983 vintage, and "Il Blu" is mentioned positively by international critics.