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0015800403518
Cecchi Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Valore di Famiglia DOCG 2018
Cecchi Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Valore di Famiglia DOCG 2018
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Varietal
Sangiovese
Region
Italy
Sub-Appellation
Chianti Classico
Alcohol
13.5%
Overview
Gran Selezione is the highest destination in the Chianti Classico appellation, requiring the quality vineyards and longest ageing regimen to achieve Gran Selezione status. Cecchi began their Gran Selezione program in 2014, making this wine the fourth vintage produced. This wine showcases the quality and purity of the varietal with this vintage being remembered as one that was elegant, refined, and less powerful yet perfectly balanced.
Aging
15 months in French Oak followed by 3 months in cement, and minimum 1 year in bottle before release.
Tasting Notes
Style
Delicate, Elegant, Velvety
Flavor
Cherry, Raspberry, Baking Spice, Earth
Aroma
Cherry, raspberry, rose, iron, and sweet spice aromas.
Taste
Smooth and fairly open with a dense band of tannins and lively acidity for support. Excellent balance and length.