Tenuta di Nozzole Chianti Classico 2018: The Ultimate Tuscan Red for Every Table and Occasion
Tenuta di Nozzole Chianti Classico 2018 is a perfect expression of the character and tradition of Tuscan winemaking: the quintessential sharp red to be entrusted with the task of directing Sunday lunch. Produced by the renowned Tenuta di Nozzole, located in the heart of Chianti Classico (Greve in Chianti), this wine is a very traditional example of a lean, fruit-centric, and drinkable Sangiovese.
The Basics
Denomination: Chianti Classico D.O.C.G.
Producer: Tenuta di Nozzole
Production Area: Greve in Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
Alcohol Content: Approximately 14% vol
The Territory
Tenuta di Nozzole extends over approximately 90 hectares of vineyards in the Greve in Chianti area. The soil, predominantly marly and rich in clay and limestone, is ideal for Sangiovese, the grape variety that symbolizes the denomination. The microclimate, characterized by strong temperature variations between day and night, allows for optimal ripening of the grapes, guaranteeing freshness and elegance to the wines.
Production Method
The grapes are harvested by hand and selected with great care. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel at a controlled temperature, followed by aging for about 12 months in French oak barrels. This process gives the wine a complex structure, without overpowering the fruity character typical of Sangiovese.
Organoleptic Characteristics
The Tenuta di Nozzole Chianti Classico 2018 has an intense and brilliant ruby red color. On the nose, it stands out for elegant notes of ripe cherry, blackberry and plum, enriched by spicy hints of vanilla, black pepper and a light toasting. On the palate, it offers a well-balanced structure, with velvety tannins and a lively acidity that guarantees a long persistence. The finish is enveloping, with hints of licorice and tobacco.
Food Pairings
Vegetable proteins, animal proteins, mushrooms, succulent and greasy dishes. It never goes out of style, try it with chicken curry, ribs with barbecue sauce, pulled pork, empanadas, hamburgers.
Price
You can find it at a price that varies between 17 and 19 euros. A wine that offers an excellent quality-price ratio, ideal for both an informal dinner and an evening based on grilled meat.