Valiano 6.38 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019

Valiano 6.38 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019

€ 19.79
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Tuscany - Italy
Red organic still

How to serve

Serve at:

18 - 20°C.

Decanting time:

1 Hour

Longevity:

10 - 15 years

Glass:
Full Bodied and Very Aged Red Wines
Valiano 6.38 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019
6.38 stand for the size of the vineyard from which the wine is made, located at an altitude of 350 m. above sea level, South-West facing and with soil that is mainly clayey mixed with skeleton. The vineyard was planted in 1998 with a density of 4,200 plants per hectare.

Colour

Pale, fine purple.

Bouquet

Spices, dark berries, ginger and orange peel, sandalwood and aniseed, with a roasted and vanilla hint that introduce a touch of sour cherry.

Flavour

Juicy and elegant, with spicyness and strong character. Dense and precise tannins that together with the great freshness and flavor animate a palate where sweetness, spice and noble wood toasting find their place. Closing with black pepper and bitter cocoa from Madagascar, sour cherries, tobacco and liquorice.

Pairing

Spicy dishes, game, stews, truffles and mature cheeses.

Meat
Game
Cheese
Matured cheese
Pork

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Features

Name Valiano 6.38 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019
Type Red organic still
Classification DOCG Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
Year 2019
Size 0,75 l Standard
Alcohol content 14.00% by volume
Grape varieties 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot, 90% Sangiovese
Country
Region Tuscany
Climate Altitude: 350 m. a.s.l. Exposure: South-West.
Soil composition Mainly clayey mixed with skeleton.
No. plants per hectare 4,200.
Harvest The two varieties are harvested and vinified separately. Harvesting takes place at the beginning of September for the Merlot and at the beginning of October for the Sangiovese.
Vinification After harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and softly crushed. Maceration on the skins follows for about 15 days, with frequent pumping over and délestage, followed by spontaneous malolactic fermentation.
Ageing 18 months in French oak barrels (10-20 hl) for the Sangiovese, 18 months in barriques for the Cabernet and Merlot, 4 months in bottles.
Allergens Contains sulphites
Pairing Spicy dishes, game, stews, truffles and mature cheeses.
On offer Price Valiano 6.38 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019 € 19.79  ex VAT

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James Suckling
93/100 
2019
xtraWine
94/100 
2019
Gambero Rosso
 
3 red glasses - Absolutely superb. Only 305 out of 18000. 2018
Gambero Rosso
 
3 red glasses - Absolutely superb. Only 305 out of 18000. 2015
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