Barone Ricasoli "Rocca Guicciarda Chianti Classico Riserva Tuscany, Italy
Barone Ricasoli is the oldest family-owned winery in the world, tracing its origins all the way back to 1141. Through 32 generations, the Ricasoli family has overseen this estate and has been among the leading producers in Tuscany for many centuries. Ricasoli wines were among the first Italian wines to be exported, with documents indicating that their wines were sold in Amsterdam and England as early as the 16th century.
Named after a formerly important feudal estate of the Ricasoli family, the "Rocca Guicciarda" is one of the finest wines in the spectacular Ricasoli portfolio and is sourced from the estate’s vineyards in Gaiole, spread over 230 hectares of land. The production of each vintage may vary in quantity, but the quality is always outstanding. The vineyards are at 250 to 450 meters above sea level, facing south/southwest. Ideal sun exposure and stony, well-drained soils are responsible for the typicality of this wine. (winery notes)
A blend of 90% sangiovese, 5% merlot, and 5% canaiolo aged for 18 months in seasoned tonneaux and big casks, the 2022 Barone Ricasoli "Rocca Guicciarda" Chianti Classico Riserva has aromas of red fruits, balsam, and vanilla. The palate is medium- to full-bodied, with flavors of ripe red cherries, raspberries, and strawberries entwined with accents of savory herbs, brambly earth, and the merest hint of peppery spice. It is lushly textured, with firm yet pliant tannins and bright acidity that brings it to a long, savory finish.
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ABV: 13.5%
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