Villa S.Andrea Montelodoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG

Compagnia Del Vino represents select winemaking families in Italy, united by a shared business vision, a rich history, and a commitment to serving as a benchmark for their production area.

Villa S. Andrea is a property of over 600 hectares , located in the heart of Chianti Classico in the ancient village of Fabbrica. The vineyards extend over 50 hectares on the slopes surrounding the villa and are dedicated primarily to the production of Chianti Classico DOCG. The ancient cellars, entirely dug into the hillside and arranged in parallel rows, were the place dedicated to the aging of wines, housing both large barrels and small oak barriques, and are still open to visitors today. Due to its location, history and vineyard vocation, Villa S. Andrea is considered one of the jewels of Chianti Classico .

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VARIETALS
80% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Syrah

VINTAGE
2016

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SKU: IT0667

Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14%

APPEARANCE
Intense ruby red color with slight garnet hues.

NOSE
Ample, elegant, fine, and persistent aroma; richly fruity with notes of forest floor complemented by sweet spicy sensations.

PALATE
Soft and structured palate with dense, grainy tannins; voluminous, impactful with a substantial and enveloping mid-palate. Excellent aromatic finish with a rich fruity and spicy aftertaste, with a touch of minerality on the finish.

AGEING
In French oak barriques for a period of 30 months, followed by 12-months in bottle.

PAIRING
Ideal pairings are game, lamb, beef, and flavorful, aged cheeses.

RATINGS

4.2

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Country Italy, Tuscany, Chianti Classico
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