Winery Casanuova di Ama - Chianti Classico Riserva

Winery Casanuova di Ama Chianti Classico Riserva

3.8
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(Average of the reviews for all vintages combined and from several consumer review sources)
Tasters generally liked this wine.
The Chianti Classico Riserva of Winery Casanuova di Ama is a red wine from the region of Chianti Classico of Toscane.
In the mouth this red wine is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
This wine generally goes well with poultry, beef or veal.

Taste structure of the Chianti Classico Riserva from the Winery Casanuova di Ama

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

In the mouth the Chianti Classico Riserva of Winery Casanuova di Ama in the region of Toscane is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.

Wine flavors and olphactive analysis

Details and technical informations about Winery Casanuova di Ama's Chianti Classico Riserva.

Grape varieties
Region/Great wine region
Great wine region
Country
Style of wine
Allergens
Contains sulfites

Discover the grape variety: Sangiovese

Originally from Italy, it is the famous Sangiovese of Tuscany producing the famous wines of Brunello de Montalcino and Chianti. This variety is registered in the Official Catalogue of Wine Grape Varieties, list A1. According to recent genetic analysis, it is the result of a natural cross between the almost unknown Calabrese di Montenuovo (mother) and Ciliegiolo (father).

Last vintages of this wine

Chianti Classico Riserva - 2016
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.9 1 1 1 1 0
Chianti Classico Riserva - 2015
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.6 1 1 1 0.5 0
Chianti Classico Riserva - 2014
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.9 1 1 1 1 0
Chianti Classico Riserva - 2013
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.7 1 1 1 0.5 0
Chianti Classico Riserva - 2012
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 4 1 1 1 1 0
Chianti Classico Riserva - 2011
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.6 1 1 1 0.5 0
Chianti Classico Riserva - 2010
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.9 1 1 1 1 0

The best vintages of Chianti Classico Riserva from Winery Casanuova di Ama are 2009, 2012, 2016, 2014 and 2010.

Informations about the Winery Casanuova di Ama

The winery offers 8 different wines.
Its wines get an average rating of 3.8.
It is in the top 3 of the best estates in the region
It is located in Chianti Classico in the region of Toscane
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The wine region of Chianti Classico

The wine region of Chianti Classico is located in the region of Chianti of Toscane of Italy. Wineries and vineyards like the Domaine Castello di Ama or the Domaine Bindi Sergardi produce mainly wines red and sweet. The most planted grape varieties in the region of Chianti Classico are Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet-Sauvignon, they are then used in wines in blends or as a single variety. On the nose of Chianti Classico often reveals types of flavors of cherry, black fruit or raspberry and sometimes also flavors of violet, forest floor or blueberry.


The wine region of Toscane

Tuscany is one of the most famous and prolific wine regions in Europe. It is best known for its Dry red wines made from Sangiovese grapes, which dominate production. These include Italy/tuscany/chianti">Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The region's Vin Santo is also highly prized, as are its passito dessert wines, though these are produced in comparatively tiny quantities.

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The word of the wine: Piqué

Altered wine characterized by a vinegar smell.

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