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Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG - Castello di Brolio - Barone Ricasoli 2020

Name: Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG - Castello di Brolio - Barone Ricasoli
Brand: Ricasoli
SKU: VAL-CF7
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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Ricasoli
Name	Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG
Variety	Sangiovese
Vintage	2020
Gradation	13.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, spices, balsamic notes
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, long maceration
Region	Tuscany
Production area	Chianti Classico, Tuscany
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	Minimum 30 months
Type of cask	Oak barrels
Color	Intense ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	5-15 years
Pairing	Red meats, game, aged cheeses

Descrizione

The Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG produced by Castello di Brolio – Barone Ricasoli represents the excellence of Tuscan winemaking, a true gem for wine lovers. Born in the historic vineyards of Chianti, this wine is the result of a rigorous selection of the best Sangiovese grapes, grown on particularly suited soils that give the wine a unique and unmistakable character.

The Gran Selezione from Castello di Brolio is the result of a meticulous winemaking process, followed by extended aging in oak barrels that refines its organoleptic qualities, enriching it with complexity and harmony. In the glass, the wine presents an intense ruby red color, tending towards garnet as it ages.

On the nose, intense and lingering aromas of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and plums, are enhanced by spicy notes of tobacco and chocolate, with a slight touch of vanilla, a testament to its elegant passage through barrique. The taste is powerful, yet at the same time balanced, with well-structured tannins and a lively freshness that invites a second sip. The finish is long and persistent, with an aftertaste that brings back the spices and red fruits.

Best served at a temperature of about 18°C, the Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from Castello di Brolio pairs beautifully with complex dishes such as roasted red meats, game, and aged cheeses. It is also a wine that promises excellent aging potential, able to evolve splendidly for many years in the cellar.

This wine is not only a testament to the Ricasoli family’s winemaking tradition but also a superb expression of the Chianti Classico terroir, ideal for those seeking a deep and memorable sensory experience.

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How to serve

Glass:

Medium opening goblet

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Serve to:

16-18°C

When to drink it:

This wine is good straight away but you can age it for 2/5 years

Production area

Tuscany

The winery

Ricasoli 1141 – Winery in Toscana

Discover the story and wines of Ricasoli 1141.

Historic Tuscan estate based at Castello di Brolio (Gaiole in Chianti) producing primarily Chianti Classico and other Tuscan wines, combining historical tradition with modern winemaking practices.

Region: Toscana

Country: Italia

Founded: 1141

Grapes: Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petit Verdot, Canaiolo, Colorino

Ricasoli family estate documented since 1141. Headquarters: Castello di Brolio, Gaiole in Chianti Extensive estate-owned vineyards surrounding the castle. Main products: Chianti Classico, Tuscan IGTs, single-varietal wines such as the Merlot Casalferro Offer of tours, tastings and wine tourism activities

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Winery history

The Ricasoli family's ownership of Castello di Brolio is documented as far back as 1141. In the 19th century Bettino Ricasoli is remembered for defining the recipe that influenced Chianti. Today the family and the winery continue to produce wine around the castle, managing the estate to showcase its crus and long-standing tradition.

Production philosophy

Showcasing the territory through vineyard selections and targeted winemaking choices: the estate combines research and respect for the terroir to produce benchmark Chianti Classico wines, IGT labels and single-varietal wines, and also offers cellar experiences and guided tours.

Terroir and vineyards

The estate is centered on Castello di Brolio in Madonna a Brolio, in the municipality of Gaiole in Chianti. The surrounding vineyards span the hills of the Chianti Classico, with varied aspects and soils that the estate leverages for its ranges, from Brolio/Gran Selezione to crus such as Colledilà, Roncicone and Ceniprimo.

Awards and recognitions

Vintages of Castello di Brolio and other wines from the estate have received scores and recognition from international publications; many individual vintages receive high ratings in specialist guides.