Selva del Moro Chianti Classico 2006
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A delighfully earthy limited production Chianti Classico (only 700 cases produced) made from Sangiovese and Canaiolo and vinified in oak casks for 18 months. Perfect with Italian fare.
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Release Notes:
Selva del Moro or “Forest of the Moor,” is the local name of the woods and dramatic gorges that surround Casale dello Sparviero’s vineyards.
Selva del Moro Chianti Classico is made from Sangiovese (80%) rounded out by Canaiolo (20%). Harvested in mid-September, the grapes are vinified traditionally and then aged in stainless steel for 6 months followed by an additional 6 months in oak casks and at least 6 more months in bottle. A balanced Chianti made for drinking young - a fantastic value.
Tasting Notes:
This bright ruby-colored wine has very pleasant red fruit, wild berry, violet and licorice aromas. It is full-bodied, round and easy-drinking with layers of succulent red-berry fruit, earthiness, wood spice and moderate complexity before a soft finish. This is the perfect wine for Italian fare (pizza and pasta), grilled meat, sausages, or cold cuts. Drink now to 2012.
The natural beauty of central Tuscany.
Winery:
The 1,000 acre estate has a 17th century farm house (which is now the winery offices and ageing cellars) and 90 hectares of vineyards. The estate is also known for producing... Read more
Region:
Chianti is the most famous viticultural area of Tuscany. The rolling hills lie along the classical towns of Siena and Florence. Situated at the western foothills of the Appennines mountain range,... Read more
Country:
Overview
Greek settlers first planted vineyards in Italy sometime around 800BC. Since then, wine has been entrenched in the Italian culture, ‘as common as water on the dinner table’. ... Read more
Rignana's well-kept vineyards overlooking the beautiful Tuscan countryside.
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