A blend of 85% Sangiovese as well as a little Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, the fruit comes from the Santedame Estate located near the village of Castellina in Chianti, in the heart of the Chianti Classico area. Ruby red in colour the Sangiovese grapes at the Santedame Estate always distinguish themselves by a fantastic, fragrant, fruity character. This adds an almost aromatic character to the bouquet which includes small red and black berry fruits, violets, ripe plums, white pepper grains, toasted coffee and plain chocolate notes intertwine, leading to an elegant, refined finish. The Santedame Chianti Classico 2005 is medium-bodied and smooth with elegant, soft fruity notes, while the tannins are velvety and well integrated in the fruity core. The after taste is long lingering and characterised by notes of strawberry pie and cherry jam. The label of the Santedame Chianti Classico shows a beautiful fresco of Virgin Mary, accompanied by Saint John and Saint Peter. This fresco, which has a sweet, loving air to it, can be seen in the small chapel hidden in the forest of the Santedame Estate. The fresco dates back to the fourteenth century and is attributed to the school of the famous Florentine artist Il Ghirlandaio. It is one of the many examples of how history, culture and wine meet on the Santedame Estate. (6 x 75 cl)
Region:
Italy, Tuscany, Chianti Classico
Producer:
Ruffino
Product ID:
59336
Ruffino SANTEDAMEChiantiClassico Description: Ruffino SANTEDAMEChiantiClassico from Italy, Tuscany, ChiantiClassico by Ruffino (6 x 75 cl) Price: £79.08
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