Castello di MeletoChianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2021

Product code: 24386
£20.50 inc VAT
Italy
Red Wine from
Tuscany, Italy
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Chianti Classico
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Castello di Meleto
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.50%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Merlot, Sangiovese
Grape: 95% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Chianti Classico
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: Castello di Meleto
Alcohol
Alcohol: 13.50%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Merlot, Sangiovese
Grape: 95% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot

Taste Profile

Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidic

Tasting Note

Intense ruby red colour with a nose of ripe fruit, aromatic herbs with a touch of sweet spices and freshly ground black pepper. On the palate wine shows round body, soft tannins, balanced by complex and persistent finish.

Product Notes

Castello di Meleto Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG is an exquisite Italian wine that captures the essence of the Tuscan vineyards. This ruby-red nectar boasts a robust yet refined profile, with layers of succulent cherries, plums, leather, and a hint of smooth oak. Ageing in French barrels lends a spicy complexity to the wine, while maintaining a pleasant harmony of flavours. Its balanced acidity and firm tannins give a long, satisfying finish. This Chianti Classico Riserva, symbolising Italy's viticultural nobility, is an absolute must-have for connoisseurs and enthusiasts seeking an authentic taste of Tuscany.

About the Winery

Nestled in the heart of Tuscany, the Castello di Meleto winery is a hidden gem that exudes luxury and finesse. Surrounded by refulgent vineyards as far as the eye can see, the winery famously dwells in a historic medieval castle dating back to the eleventh century. This phenomenal winery is the embodiment of Italian elegance and charm.

Commanding a broad view over Tuscany’s Chianti region, Castello di Meleto combines history, culture, and wine. The winery showcases the best in Italian winemaking, from robust reds to light, crispy whites. Their renowned Chianti Classico, revered around the world, imbibes flavors unique to the region—expressing a synthesis between the terroir and grape verities, a symphony of notes for discerning pallet of any wine enthusiast.

Nevertheless, Castello di Meleto’s appeal extends beyond its wines; it is, at heart a historical sanctuary too. The castle’s interiors and architecture recite tales of the past, offering visitors a taste of authentic Italian history whilst feasting on the expansive Tuscan countryside panorama.

In essence, Castello di Meleto is an unmissable experience encapsulating the essence of Tuscan viticulture, and indeed its profound historic grandeur. It's a visual and sensory feast designed to delight, and capture the heart of every visitor.

https://www.castellomeleto.it

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