45% of the base wine is fermented in old traditional 228 litre Burgundian barrels and aged for several months before tirage
We think it pairs very well with smelly blue cheeses
the longer the skins are in contact with the wine
where Prosecco often dominates
The wine was then aged in 225 litre oak barrels (including 17% new Hungarian oak)
Castello di Querceto Il Picchio Chianti Classico Riserva Gran Selezione DOCG 1.5 L Size::1 Bottle 45% of the base wineIn the Chianti Classico category, it is the winery's flagship. Intense ruby red color. The aroma is balanced, elegant and captivating, with tones of red fruit, flowers, chocolate, exotic spices and herbs. The characteristic, structured, rich and yet fresh taste perfectly matches the aroma. It has noticeable but well integrated tannins.