Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG

Italy, Tuscany, Chianti Rufina, Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG
Bottle
Identity
Producer Frescobaldi
Vol 0.75
Classification DOCG
Grapes 90% Sangiovese, Malvasia Nera, Colorino, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Color red
Sweetness dry
Tasting
Color Desc Intense ruby red color, bright and vivid
Aroma Fruity with floral notes, toasted, spicy, woody aromas including vanilla, cocoa, and coffee
Palate Full-bodied, balanced freshness, soft tannins finely integrated, warm, smooth, velvety, with good structure and complexity
Finish Long, persistent finish with spicy and fruity notes, harmonious and elegant
Food Pairing Ideal with red meats, delicate game such as quail, partridge, woodcock, and more elaborate game like fallow deer and deer
Aging Potential Good aging potential with development of complexity over time
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGH
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
ABV % 13.5
Aging Process Aged 24 months in second and third passage barriques (oak barrels)
Fermentation Fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature with long maceration (about 25 days) with frequent batonnage; both alcoholic and malolactic fermentation occur
Terroir
Altitude (m) 250-500 meters
Soil arid skeleton composed of stones, limestone and clay