BADIA DI MORRONA, CHIANTI RISERVA

Chianti wine when aged for at least 2 years in large barrels and an additional 3 months in the bottle can be qualified as Riserva
Region: Toscana
Production Area: Terricciola, (Pisa)
Appellation: Chianti D.O.C.G.
Vintage: 2005
Varietal Blend: 100% Sangiovese.
Vineyard: Disperato at 550 feet above sea level. Eastern exposure
Planting System: Spurred Cordon
Soil: A soil rich in sand and organic material with medium calcareous content.
Harvest: Hand picked first 10 days of October.
Alcohol: 13%
Vinification: Fermented in stainless steel tanks with a 12-14-day long maceration.
Aging: 24 months in large barrels plus 3 months in the bottle

Tasting Notes: A dense well structured wine with elegant fruit and Tuscan terroir Much more complex that the regular Chianti. Open an hour before serving.

Food Pairings: Pasta with rich meat sauces. Meat dishes.

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