Winery La Castellina - Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva

Winery La CastellinaSquarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva

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(Average of the reviews for all vintages combined and from several consumer review sources)
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The Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva of Winery La Castellina is a red wine from the region of Chianti Classico of Toscane.
This wine is a blend of 3 varietals which are the Cabernet-Sauvignon, the Sangiovese and the Merlot.
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 Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva from the Winery La Castellina

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

In the mouth the Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva of Winery La Castellina in the region of Toscane is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.

Wine flavors and olphactive analysis

Wine with oak taste

cedar, tobacco

Wine with earth taste

leather, earthy

Wine with spices taste

pepper, cinnamon

On the nose the Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva of Winery La Castellina in the region of Toscane often reveals types of flavors of cherry, cinnamon or black fruit and sometimes also flavors of red fruit, balsamic or spices.

Food and wine pairings with Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva

Pairings that work perfectly with Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva

Original food and wine pairings with Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva

The Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva of Winery La Castellina matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, veal or poultry such as recipes of fresh sausage, veal tagine with peas or pierogi ruskie (with cheese).

Details and technical informations about Winery La Castellina's Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva.

Region/Great wine region
Great wine region
Country
Style of wine
Alcohol
14°
Allergens
Contains sulfites

Discover the grape variety: Cabernet-Sauvignon

Cabernet-Sauvignon noir is a grape variety that originated in France (Bordeaux). It produces a variety of grape specially used for wine making. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches, and small grapes. Cabernet-Sauvignon noir can be found in many vineyards: South-West, Loire Valley, Languedoc & Roussillon, Cognac, Bordeaux, Armagnac, Rhone Valley, Provence & Corsica, Savoie & Bugey, Beaujolais.

Last vintages of this wine

Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva - 2017
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.61110.50
Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva - 2016
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.81110.50
Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva - 2015
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.71110.50
Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva - 2013
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.81110.50
Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva - 2012
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.61110.50
Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva - 2011
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.911110
Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva - 2010
In the top 100 of of Chianti Classico wines
Average rating: 3.71110.50

The best vintages of Squarcialupi Chianti Classico Riserva from Winery La Castellina are 2006, 2005, 2007, 2011 and 2016.

Informations about the Winery La Castellina

The winery offers 24 different wines.
Its wines get an average rating of 3.7.
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 Winery La Castellina is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 24 wines for sale in the of Chianti Classico to come and discover on site or to buy online.

Top wine Toscane
In the top 15000 of of Italy wines
In the top 3000 of of Chianti Classico wines
In the top 40000 of red wines
In the top 65000 wines of the world

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 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: Deep

A rich, complex wine that lingers on the palate and gradually reveals a strong potential for aroma and structure.

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