ROCCA GUICCIARDA 2011
CHIANTI CLASSICO DOCG RISERVA
GRAPE VARIETIES
Sangiovese min 80%, Merlot and Cabernet S.
FERMENTATION TEMPERATURE
24-27°C
Maceration period: 12/16 days.
AGEING
15 months in barriques and tonneaux.
Sangiovese min 80%, Merlot and Cabernet S.
24-27°C
Maceration period: 12/16 days.
15 months in barriques and tonneaux.
In years past, Rocca Guicciarda was one of the Baroni Ricasoli’s most important estates. Today, it is the name of the estate’s Chianti Classico Riserva, a traditional wine full of aromas and sensations through an austere character and complex, balanced drinkability. the aromas and sensations of the territory.
PRODUCTION AREA
Chianti Classico
Rainfall and temperatures over the winter were average. Spring was mild and rainy in the early part of the season, while there was no rainfall from late April through May. The rain between June and July helped to ensure a good water reserve and allowed the vines to develop even earlier than usual. A very hot, dry August, helped by cool September nights, completed the ripening of the grapes.
Sangiovese of average acidity and good colour extractability. The final results will be a superb quality wine.
This Mediterranean- styled wine shows classical elegance, clear fruity aromas and sweet spicy tones. Mouth filling berry fruit flavors, seductive cinnamon and cherry marmalade, great balance, complex structure. Extremely long finish thanks to its vibrant acidity.