Winery RicasoliCastello di Brolio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico
Red wine
This wine is composed of 100% of the grape variety Sangiovese.
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.
The Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico of the Winery Ricasoli is in the top 10 of wines of Chianti Classico.
Taste structure of the Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico from the Winery Ricasoli
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
In the mouth the Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico of Winery Ricasoli in the region of Tuscany is a powerful with a nice balance between acidity and tannins.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico of Winery Ricasoli in the region of Tuscany often reveals types of flavors of cherry, oaky or smoke and sometimes also flavors of earthy, blackberry or blueberry.
Food and wine pairings with Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico
Pairings that work perfectly with Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico
Original food and wine pairings with Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico
The Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico of Winery Ricasoli matches generally quite well with dishes of beef, veal or poultry such as recipes of roast beef with pepper, veal shank with mushrooms or homemade lasagna from a to z.
Details and technical informations about Winery Ricasoli's Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico.
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
The best vintages of Castello di Brolio Gran Selezione Chianti Classico from Winery Ricasoli are 1970, 2006, 2016, 2015 and 2011.
Informations about the Winery Ricasoli
The Winery Ricasoli is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 70 wines for sale in the of Chianti Classico to come and discover on site or to buy online.
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 Tuscany
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.
The word of the wine: Confit
Said of red wines that offer a very ripe nose of red and black fruits reminiscent of jam. On the palate, these aromas are dominant, the wine is very fleshy and round, and leaves an impression of sweetness on the finish that weighs it down.
