Chianti Classico Riserva – Le Regge – 2016

The wine Chianti Classico Riserva from Le Regge winery

This Chianti Classico  is produced with 85% San Giovanni, 10% Merlot and 5% Canaiolo grapes. Le Regge is located in the heart of Tuscany not far from Greve in Chianti. The winery is a young with 18 hectares of vineyards that surround the winery itself.

The family has chosen to work in full respect of the environment with manual collection and selection. In fact, the Regge produces also extra virgin olive oil and wildflower honey. Honey produced thanks to the precious work of the indigenous bees but it is not on sales; it is produced in small quantities and only for the benefit of the family.

THE WINEMAKING

The harvest of the 3 varieties is strictly manual and takes place at different times depending on the ripeness  of the grape. For this specific label, the winery selects  only the best grapes of the oldest vineyards.

After the fermentation that lasts 15 days and takes place in steel vats with daily pumping over, also the maceration at a very high temperature lasts 15 days. The wine rests for 30 days on the fine lees. The wine then ages for 18 months in large oak barrels and after assembling and bottling, it rests for few months in che cellar before been placed on the market.

Tasting the wine

Intense ruby red with garnet reflections. The aroma is complex, with fruity notes  that clearly identify the ripe cherry, followed by carob and licorice hints. Velvety and harmonious on the palate; soft, with great structure and elegant tannins.

FOOD PAIRINGS

It goes well with red meats, braised meats, grilled meats and game; but also with hard cheeses.