Bucciarelli

Chianti Classico Riserva

Chianti Classico Riserva

Chianti Classico Riserva Bucciarelli
  • Produced only in exceptional vintages
  • Bucciarelli Riserva is selection made during the aging process of the Chianti Classico where the best lots are chosen for longer aging
  • 100% Sangiovese from estate-owned vineyards in Castellina in Chianti
  • South east facing vineyards 420 to 500 meters above sea level
  • Mostly Galestro soils with some clay and Alberese
  • Spontaneous fermentation-maceration in cement tank lasts one month
  • Malolactic fermentation happens naturally in the spring and summer after the harvest
  • Aged in 9 to 20 hectoliter Slavonian casks for 2 years, then two years in used barriques
  • Between 400-600 cases produced on average
  • 1986 was the first year of production

Info

Producer:
Vintage:
2016
Country:
Italy
Region:
Tuscany
Appellation:
Chianti Classico
Variety:
Sangiovese
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle IT-BUC-40-16 12/750ml