Chianti Classico
- Area 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
- Grape 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:
- Riserva:
the Riserva must have min alcholic content of 12.5%; the Riserva must age for at least two years.
- Temperature:
60° - 64° Farenheit (16° - 18° Celsius), opening the bottle few hours before serving
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