Colognole Chianti Rufina D.O.C.G 2018

Type: Dry Red Wine

Grape: 95% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo

Main Characteristics: Blackberries, Black Truffle, Redcurrant

Tasting note: The 2016 is an extremely elegant and integrated wine. Cherry fruit on the nose with darker fruit, light spice and earth on the palate. This wine is extremely sooth and inviting with velvety tannins, balanced acidity and flawlessly married to just enough oak

Origin: Tuscany, Italy   

Vineyard: The Colognole estate winery is a small high quality vineyard based in Tuscany and has been owned by the Spaletti family since 1890. Mario and Cesare Coda Nunzinante are meticulous producers of elegant wines greatly influenced by the cool summer breezes from the nearby Apennine Mountains which encourage a unique character in Chianti Rufina Sangiovese. The wine is matured in Slovenian and French oak casks for 18 months.

Alcohol Content: 14%

Pairing: Wagyu beef, wild mushrooms and herb encrusted potatoes. Risotto, mature cheeses, cured meats and olives