| Grape varieties |
5% Merlot, 95% Sangiovese |
| Origin |
Castellina in Chianti (SI) |
| Vinification |
After careful selection in the vineyard, the grapes undergo soft crushing and destalking. During fermentation, which takes place at 26 to 28 °C, the must is pumped over with plunging of the cap on a daily basis, in order to favour the extraction of the noble compounds from the skins. Maceration lasts 21 to 25 days depending on the vintage. |
| Ageing |
Malolactic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks, after which the wine continues to mature for 15 months in large casks of French oak with a capacity of 28 and 34 hl. After maturation, the final blend is assembled, bottled, and ages in glass a minimum of 6 months. |
| Pairing |
The wine is very well suited for long aging, and accompanies perfectly red meats, especially roast venison and casseroles. |
| On offer |
Price Tenuta di Lilliano Chianti Classico Ruspoli Riserva 2019 € 27.90
ex VAT
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