Colombaio di Cencio Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2017

Colombaio di Cencio Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2017

Colombaio di Cencio, 0,75 l - 13.50%
100% Sangiovese

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2018
HK$ 290.00
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Tuscany - Italy
Red still

How to serve

Serve at:

16 - 18°C.

Decanting time:

1 Hour

Longevity:

10 - 15 years

Glass:
Full Bodied and Very Aged Red Wines
Colombaio di Cencio Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2017

Colour

Deep ruby red.

Bouquet

Nose characterised by notes of ripe red fruit and plums, with scents of vanilla and spices.

Flavour

The entry on the palate is enveloping and elegant, balanced but lively, with sweet, silky tannins. The finish is lingering and persistent.

Pairing

Meat
Game
Cheese
Matured cheese
Pork

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Features

Name Colombaio di Cencio Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2017
Type Red still
Classification DOCG Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
Year 2017
Size 0,75 l Standard
Alcohol content 13.50% by volume
Grape varieties 100% Sangiovese
Country
Region Tuscany
Origin Loc. Cornia
Climate Altitude: 280-480 m. a.s.l. Exposed South/South-West, the hillside is arranged in an amphitheatre conformation characterised by cool winds.
Soil composition The soil that distinguishes this wine is characterised from its formation, originating from the Chianti massif, by a high level of compact limestone stoniness resting on a sandstone base. This type of soil restrains the vigour of the plant, lengthens the vegetative cycle and enhances the structure of Chianti.
Cultivation system Spurred cordon.
Harvest From Mid-September to mid-October. The Sangiovese grapes, meticulously hand-picked with the selection of the best bunches.
Fermentation temperature 24-27 °C
Fermentation period 15-20 days.
Vinification The Sangiovese grapes are destemmed and vinified in stainless steel tanks. Temperature-controlled fermentation takes place at 24-27 °C with maceration on skins for 15-20 days.
Ageing 36 months' ageing in large wooden barrels, with small percentages of wine aged in barriques.
Production year 3,500 bottles
Allergens Contains sulphites
On offer Price Colombaio di Cencio Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2017 HK$ 290.00 

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xtraWine
93/100 
2017
Bibenda
 
4 bunches of grapes - A high quality wine with distinctive character 2018
Veronelli
 
3 red stars - An excellent wine 2018
Bibenda
 
4 bunches of grapes - A high quality wine with distinctive character 2016
James Suckling
91/100 
2016
Veronelli
 
3 red stars - An excellent wine 2016
James Suckling
91/100 
2015
Veronelli
 
3 red stars - An excellent wine 2015
Colombaio di Cencio
From this winery:

Colombaio di Cencio was founded in 1993 by Werner Ernest Wilhelm, a German entrepreneur who was inspired by the beauty of the hills surrounding Gaiole in Chianti (Tuscany) and decided to establish a farm. As a result, he transformed a rural cottage ...

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