{"product_id":"vigneti-la-selvanella-chianti-classico-riserva","title":"Vigneti La Selvanella Chianti Classico Riserva","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Chianti Classico Riserva dei Vigneti La Selvanella is a red wine that embodies the excellence of the production of Melini, one of the most historic and renowned wineries in the Chianti Classico region. This Reserve is produced exclusively with Sangiovese grapes selected from the La Selvanella vineyards, known for their privileged position and unique terroir, which gives the wine an unparalleled complexity and depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn intense ruby red colour with garnet hues. The bouquet reveals complex red fruits aromas together with vanilla and balsamic nuances. The palate is generous, warm and sapid with an elegant notes of toasted almond which is also persistent on the finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fattorie Melini grapes grow in the flat valleys and gently rising hills near Gaggiano in Chianti Classico. Founded in 1705 by the Florentine family of entrepreneurs of the same name, the winery convinces with fine wines of outstanding quality. This philosophy is carried by the oenologist Nunzio Capurso and his love for the landscape and nature. After several changes of ownership, Melini became part of the Gruppo Italiano Vini wine empire. Melinis Gaggiano winery is based at 300 metres asl, on the Chianti Classico hills, along the road from Poggibonsi to Castellina in Chianti. Here, next to the original ancient block, a modern four-floor cellar was built on the hillside between 1970 and 1974. It was designed to put in place separate production for each vineyard, an apply the cru technique. All winemaking processes, from the drying rooms to barrel ageing and bottling, are undertaken using specific techniques that pursue the quality philosophy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDebuting in 1969, La Selvanella was the first single vineyard wine from Chianti and one of the first to appear in Italy as a whole. Since then, this wine has been a veteran of Tre Bicchieri, receiving the honor in the 2000, 2001, 2003 and 2006 vintages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe La Selvanella vineyard, one of the best crus in the Classico area, consists of 123 acres within the commune of Radda, halfway between Panzano and Volpaia. Planted entirely to Sangiovese Grosso, the vineyard is Guyot and cordon speronato-trained and sits at 1,300 feet above sea level with southwestern exposition. The terroir is a mixture of soils dominated by alberese, weathered sandstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest takes place in early-to-mid October with only the healthiest bunches being picked. The must is traditionally vinified with a long, cool maceration over a period of 20 days with frequent pumping over the must to extract more color, aromas, and body. Fermentation takes place at no more than 81oF and is followed by malolactic fermentation. The wine refines in French oak cask for 30 months and then rests in the bottle for a minimum of 12 months before its release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal to accompany rich and structured dishes, such as grilled red meats, game, mushroom dishes and mature cheeses, this Riserva represents an excellent choice for special occasions, offering a profound tasting experience that reflects the tradition and quality of Chianti Classico.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"UK Wine","offers":[{"title":"2018 \/ 75cl","offer_id":56915511640450,"sku":"UKW-VIGLSCCR18","price":16.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8412\/5228\/files\/vigneti_la_selvanella_chianti_classico_riserva.jpg?v=1789658507","url":"https:\/\/ndjohn.co.uk\/products\/vigneti-la-selvanella-chianti-classico-riserva","provider":"ND John Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}