Brolio 2019 - Chianti Classico DOCG | Ricasoli 1141

BROLIO 2019

Chianti Classico Docg

GRAPE VARIETIES

Sangiovese min 80%, Merlot 15%, Cabernet Sauvignon 5%

SOIL

Vineyards are grown on the five most representative soils in Brolio:  Macigno del Chianti (sandstone), Scaglia Toscana (Galestro), Monte Morello (Alberese), Marine Deposit (sandy deposits and clay at deeper levels) and Ancient Fluvial Terrace (silty deposits with clay).

HARVEST

The grapes have been harvested from the end of September to mid-October.

WINEMAKING NOTES

Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 24°C-27°C (75.2°-80.6°F) with 14-16 days of skin contact.

AGEING

9 months in tonneaux of second and third passage.

Vintage Awards
GardiniNotes.com 202192+/100
Decanter 202190/100
James Suckling 202191/100
Falstaff 202192/100