Nittardi riserva

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Nittardi Riserva Selezionata is released only in the best years. This special selection is grown on the southern slope of the hillside Vigna Alta, at almost 500 m (1,640 ft.) above sea level.
This vino da meditazione combines the best aspects of the Nittardi terroir with the philosophy of our oenologist Carlo Ferrini. Internationally respected wine guides such as Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia, Decanter and Wine regularly give Nittardi Riserva the highest of ratings.

Name: Nittardi Riserva Selezionata Chianti Classico D.O.C.G.

Varietal: Sangiovese 95%, Merlot 5%

Soil: medio-profondo. Ricco di Galestro e Alberese

Production: Fermentation in 10.5-ton stainless steel tanks, followed by 24 months of aging in French barrique and tonneaux and a subsequent six months of bottle aging.

Profile: Deep ruby red, intensive notes of ripe fruit and hints of vanilla and chocolate on the nose; silky tannins, complex, full and balanced on the palate. Excellently suited to meat dishes, roast lamb, wild boar and ossobuco. Best served at approx. 18° C (64.5° F); uncork and decant 2 hours before serving.