{"product_id":"chianti-classico-gran-selezione-2019-docg-brancaia","title":"Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019 DOCG Brancaia","description":"\u003csection\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019 DOCG Brancaia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019 DOCG Brancaia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a pure Sangiovese that authoritatively interprets one of the most prestigious territories of Tuscany. It is made from selected grapes from the vineyards of Castellina in Chianti and stands out for its balance, depth, and ability to unite tradition, elegance, and structure in a wine designed for those seeking an important and long-lived red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerritory and wine style\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChianti Classico DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e designation finds in this wine an intense and refined interpretation, linked to a vocated territory and a harvest carefully attended to. The grapes come from vineyards located about 230 meters above sea level, with a south-southwest exposure and clayey soils, in a continental climate characterized by cold winters and very hot summers. These conditions favor a complete ripening of the \u003cstrong\u003eSangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e, while maintaining freshness, tension, and aromatic definition. Aging in French oak tonneaux and the subsequent passage in concrete contribute to sculpting an elegant, harmonious, and well-finished style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eChianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019 Brancaia\u003c\/strong\u003e presents itself with an important structure and a complex profile. On the nose, ripe red fruits, aromatic herbs, leather, licorice, tobacco, and delicate toasted sensations emerge, with tertiary nuances already well integrated. On the palate, it shows body, depth, and a rich texture, supported by measured freshness and present yet elegant tannins. The sip is dry, defined, and persistent, with a long finish that invites a slow and mindful tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine expresses itself best with structured and flavorful dishes, particularly roasted meats, game, braised dishes, and preparations from Tuscan cuisine. It is also excellent with aged cheeses and recipes with slow cooking, where its aromatic complexity and gustatory strength find a natural pairing. It is a red that pairs well with important convivial moments and tables rich in character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe the \u003cstrong\u003eChianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019 DOCG Brancaia\u003c\/strong\u003e at a temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e16-18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. If the bottle is young or just opened, a brief oxygenation in a decanter may be useful to encourage the opening of the bouquet and make the sip more harmonious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing this wine means bringing to the table a \u003cstrong\u003eChianti Classico\u003c\/strong\u003e of great personality, an expression of a recognized winery and an iconic territory. The combination of grape selection, careful aging, and significant evolutionary potential makes it ideal for those looking to buy wine online with attention to quality, complexity, and the ability to age with style. It is a bottle suitable for both a special dinner and for enriching a collection of high-profile Tuscan reds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Brancaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56658776031618,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0927\/8033\/1394\/files\/brancaia_chianti_gran_selezione_2019_Sorrento.jpg?v=1779203352","url":"https:\/\/italianwineselection.com\/en\/products\/chianti-classico-gran-selezione-2019-docg-brancaia-product","provider":"Italian Wine Selection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}