Castello di Querceto Il Picchio Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2016

The wine shows a deep ruby ​​red color with a purple hue. The aroma of wine - refined, with pronounced notes of ripe fruit and cherry and raspberry accents. Bright, full and elegant taste of wine charms harmonious combination of fruity hues and tones of black berries. For a long balanced finish.

To create "Il Picchio" Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG in the same vineyard Il Picchio (in Italian - "Woodpecker") grown Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Colorino. The area is located in the eastern exposure and is at an altitude of 420-450 meters above sea level. The first vines were planted here 30 years ago. During manufacture the wine is subjected to fermentation at a controlled (28 ° C) temperature. The maceration lasts 20 days, after which the wine was placed on 12 months in French oak barrels. The wine bottled and at least another 6 months to mature yield in the glass. Chianti Classico Riserva "Il Picchio" has a good aging potential that is 20-25 years.