2016 Brancaia Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva, Tuscany
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A selection of the best Sangiovese from the two estates, Brancaia and Poppi, blended with 20% Merlot. Matured in barriques (half new) for 16 months, followed by 6 months in the bottle. Loaded with perfumed juicy fruit, this is a rich and ripe style of Chianti that will benefit from some time in a decanter to allow the dark berry fruit to shine through the French oak polish.
The 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva is bold, powerful and explosive, with superb depth and tons of intensity. The addition of 20% Merlot in the blend and copious new French oak give the Riserva a decidedly modern, opulent feel, and yet all the elements are impeccably balanced throughout. This is Brancaia at their best.
93 points Antonio Galloni vinous.com Aug 2019 Drink 2021 - 2031
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
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| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Wine Style | Traditional |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany/Toscana, Chianti |
| Varietals | Merlot, Sangiovese |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 92 |
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