Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG - Frescobaldi

The barrel-aged Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva from the wine-growing region of Tuscany presents itself in the glass in dense purple, ruby red. The first nose of the Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva presents notes of blueberries, black cherries and quinces. The fruity aspects of the bouquet are joined by notes of barrel ageing such as oriental spices, vanilla and cocoa bean.

This dry red wine from Frescobaldi is something for wine lovers who cannot drink their wine dry enough. The Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva comes very close to this, as it was produced with just 1.6 grams of residual sugar. The Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva presents itself impressively fresh and lively on the palate thanks to its concise fruit acidity. The finish of this youthful red wine from the Tuscan wine-growing region, more precisely from Chianti Rufína DOCG, impresses with a remarkable aftertaste.

Vinification of the Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva from Frescobaldi

The starting point for the first-class and wonderfully powerful Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva cuvée from Frescobaldi is Cabernet Sauvignon, Colorino, Malvasia Nera, Merlot and Sangiovese grapes. The grapes for this red wine from Italy are harvested exclusively by hand at optimum ripeness. After the grape harvest, the grapes are immediately taken to the winery. Here they are sorted and carefully crushed. Fermentation then takes place in stainless steel tanks and small wooden barrels at controlled temperatures. At the end of fermentation, the Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva can continue to harmonize on the fine lees for 24 months.

Recommendation for Frescobaldi Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva

This red wine from Italy should ideally be served at a temperature of 15 - 18°C with goose breast with ginger-red cabbage and marjoram, boeuf bourguignon or ossobuco.

Awards for the Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva from Frescobaldi

This wine from Chianti Rufína DOCG not only impresses us, but has also been awarded medals by renowned wine critics. The ratings for the 2018 vintage include

• Mundus Vini - Gold

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