Vernaiolo Chianti DOCG - Rocca delle Macìe

The Vernaiolo Chianti from Rocca delle Macìe in Tuscany offers a brilliant, purple-red color in the swirled glass. In the glass, this red wine from Rocca delle Macìe reveals aromas of lavender, lilac, mulberries, lilies and blueberries, complemented by cinnamon, oriental spices and gingerbread spice. The Vernaiolo Chianti from Rocca delle Macìe is the right wine for all wine lovers who like as little residual sweetness in their wine as possible. However, it is never austere or brittle, but round and smooth. This fleshy and dense red wine is light-footed and multi-faceted on the palate. On the finish, this red wine from the Tuscany wine-growing region finally delights with its beautiful length. There are again hints of violet and lily.

Vinification of the Vernaiolo Chianti from Rocca delle Macìe

This elegant red wine from Italy is made from the Canaiolo, Merlot and Sangiovese grape varieties. After being harvested by hand, the grapes are quickly transported to the winery. Here they are sorted and carefully crushed. Fermentation then takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. Once fermentation is complete, the Vernaiolo Chianti can continue to harmonize on the fine lees for several months.

Dining recommendations for the Vernaiolo Chianti from Rocca delle Macìe

This red wine from Italy is best enjoyed at 15 - 18°C as an accompaniment to lamb ragout with chickpeas and dried figs, chickpea curry or vegetable couscous with beef rissoles.

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