Grape Variety: 90% Sangiovese, 10% Colorino

Growing Region: Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy

Chief Winemaker: Andrea Cecchi

TASTING NOTE:
The Riserva di Famiglia (Family Reserve) is certainly Cecchi's most terroir expressive wine and one not to be missed. The Riserva di Famiglia reflects the Cecchi family's deep connection and knowledge of the historic Chianti Classico area and represents a special cuvee that is produced in only the best years. The vines are situated in the heart of Chianti in the Castellina area in Chianti Classico, some 250 meters above sea level, creating the perfect environment for the rich, ripe fruit to develop and then carefully harvested at the optimum condition.

After careful fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 21 days, the wine was aged in oak for a minimum of 2 years, 12 months of which were spent in small oak barriques, then with bottle aging of 3 months before labelling.

A brilliant and intense red colour fills the glass. The wine has a full and persistent bouquet, characterized by hints of ripe fruit, spice, and smoky oak notes. On the palate, the wine delivers concentrated black fruit flavours and has an elegant structure with supple tannins. The wine expresses a serious palate, complex layers of dark fruits and spices give way to hints of earthiness and tobacco all entwined and lingering - creating full bodied wine, with a long and persistent finish. Decant for 45-60 minutes and serve at 17-18C.

CELLARING POTENTIAL:
Drinking well this winter season; and will age well for another 5-7 years.

SUGGESTED FOOD MATCHES:
Perfect wine match with roast meats, wild game, quality red meats and with hard cheeses, enjoy.

A confident wine with an elegant structure.