TITLE: Chianti Classico
APPELLATION: Chianti Classico DOCG
PRODUCER: Castello di Meleto
REGION: Toscana
OVERVIEW_VARIETAL: 95% SANGIOVESE & 5% MERLOT
OVERVIEW_PROCESS: The grapes are hand-harvested. After crushing and destemming, the must ferments in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks (22–24°C) for 10–15 days, followed by optional skin maceration depending on the vintage. Part of the wine ages 15 months in concrete tanks, where malolactic fermentation occurs, and part in 50 hl Slavonian oak barrels
OVERVIEW_SERVING_TEMP: 64–68 °F
OVERVIEW_ALCOHOL: 13.5 %
PROFILE_COLOR: Deep ruby red
PROFILE_NOSE: Pronounced notes of violet and cherry, with hints of sweet spices
PROFILE_FINISH: Velvety entry with rounded tannins, good structure and excellent harmony
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PAIRING: Tuscan-style soups and grilled meats, including chicken and beef
AWARDS: 92 POINTS Falstaff,
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