{"product_id":"brancaia-chianti-classico-riserva-2023","title":"Brancaia Chianti Classico Riserva 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrancaia Chianti Classico Riserva 2023 is an organic Tuscan red that brings together Sangiovese and Merlot in a poised, generous style. Made from hillside vineyards between Castellina and Radda, it reflects a winery that has been crafting wines in Tuscany since 1981.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA well-structured wine with an expressive bouquet of cherry and dark fruit, complemented by hints of spice, leather and earthy notes. The palate is fresh and juicy, with balanced structure and an elegant, lingering finish.\n\nIts time in barrel and bottle helps bring the blend into harmony. The wine’s structure and finish make it a candidate for further bottle ageing, though no specific drinking window is provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe organically farmed vineyards lie on south- and southwest-facing slopes at elevations of 230–400 metres between Castellina and Radda. Their soils range from deep silt, clay and sand to stonier ground around Radda, while the continental climate supports steady grape ripening. The vines are trained to spur-pruned cordon, and the grapes are hand-harvested from late September to early October. Fermentation includes around 20 days of temperature-controlled skin maceration, followed by 16 months in new and used barrels and at least eight months of bottle ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe with grilled meats, game stews, porcini mushroom risotto or mature cheeses. A serving temperature of around 16–18°C should let the fruit and savoury notes show clearly. Consider decanting for about 30–60 minutes before serving, particularly if enjoying it young.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1981, Brancaia combines Italian winemaking traditions with a precise, terroir-focused approach. Its estate spans around 90 hectares in Tuscany and is farmed according to organic and sustainable principles. Winemakers Barbara Widmer and Carlo Ferrini oversee the production of this Riserva from the Castellina and Radda area, within the heart of Chianti Classico.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brancaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55752820195665,"sku":"XW-63050","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/brancaia-chianti-classico-riserva-2023","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}