Lilliano

Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG - Lilliano 2018

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Format: 75 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Lilliano
Name	Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG
Variety	Sangiovese
Vintage	2018
Gradation	14.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, spices, floral notes
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, aging in wood
Region	Tuscany
Production area	Chianti Classico
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	Within 10-15 years
Pairing	Red meats, game, aged cheeses

Other vintages available:
2020 |

Description

The Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG by Lilliano is a premier offering among the red wines of the Tuscan landscape, reflecting an oenological expertise deeply rooted in the tradition and culture of Italian wine. This wine is the result of a careful selection of the finest Sangiovese grapes, handpicked from the oldest vines of the estate located in the heart of the Chianti Classico region.

Visually, the Chianti Classico Gran Selezione presents an intense ruby red color, which tends to garnet shades as it ages. The nose is invited on a complex aromatic journey, where initial notes of ripe red fruits such as cherry and plum emerge, followed by hints of violet, tobacco, and dark spices, thanks also to the maturation in barriques which adds elegant touches of vanilla and leather.

On the palate, Lilliano's Chianti Classico Gran Selezione reveals a structured and well-balanced body, with a lively acidity typical of Sangiovese that superbly complements the tannic richness. This evolves into a long and persistent finish, leaving a lasting impression of harmony and complexity.

Ideal for pairing with rich dishes such as grilled red meats, game, and aged cheeses, this wine is also perfect for savoring alone, offering a complete sensory experience that enhances the qualities of the Chianti territory.

With an aging potential that can exceed 15 years, the Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG from Lilliano's winery is undoubtedly a prestigious choice for any amateur and collector's cellar.

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How to serve

Glass:

Goblet Wide Opening

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Serve to:

10-12°C

When to drink it:

This wine is good immediately but you can age it for 5/10 years

Production area

Tuscany

The winery

Tenuta di Lilliano – Winery in Toscana

Discover the story and wines of Tenuta di Lilliano.

Estate and winery located in the hamlet of Lilliano, in the municipality of Castellina in Chianti (Siena). It primarily produces Chianti Classico DOCG and other Tuscan wines, maintains direct sales at the winery and offers agritourism accommodation. (https://www.lilliano.it/estate.html)

Region: Toscana

Country: Italia

Grapes: Sangiovese, Colorino, Merlot

Historic production of Chianti Classico DOCG. Main vineyards: Le Piagge, Casina Sopra Strada, Vigna Catena. Declared vineyard area: approximately 40 hectares. Property of the Ruspoli family; documented bottlings since 1958. Agritourism activities, tastings and direct sales.

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Winery history

The village and estate of Lilliano have medieval origins; the property was acquired by the Berlingieri family in 1920 and wine bottling began with Princess Eleonora Ruspoli Berlingieri in 1958. The estate is currently managed by the brothers Giulio and Pietro Ruspoli, with Giulio in charge since the year indicated on the website.

Production philosophy

The estate aims to showcase the local area and Sangiovese, working to extract elegance and longevity from the wines through carefully controlled vinification, maturation in botti and tonneaux, and attentive vineyard management. The approach combines respect for the terroir with modern cellar techniques to produce balanced, long-lived wines.

Terroir and vineyards

The estate is located in Chianti Classico, between Castellina in Chianti and Monteriggioni. The soils are predominantly "alberese", which tends to delay ripening, promoting acidity and aromaticity; the main vineyards cited are Le Piagge, Casina Sopra Strada and Vigna Catena. The estate also states that its total landholding extends over hundreds of hectares, with the vineyards reported as 40 hectares.