Fattoria di Capraia CAPRAIA ChiantiClassicoRiserva DOCG Tuscany
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Castello BanfiChiantiClassico DOCG Toscana
Description: In 1978 John and Harry Mariani, successful American importers, joined forces with Italy's leading enologist, Ezio Rivella; their objective was to produce top-quality wine on a scale never before attempted in Italy. Castello Banfi is a rarity among Italian wine estates, not just because of its size , its composition of single vineyards, or its state-of-the-art winery, but because it was started from scratch a little over 25 years ago. At that time the Mariani Brothers were looking for an estate where the climate and soil had to be ideal for the cultivation of many of the world's noble grape varieties, and it had to be within a region of Italy that already had a tradition of quality winemaking. The 4,500 acres that the Mariani Brothers first found were near Montalcino, and eligible for the status DOCG of Brunello di Montalcino, one of the most prestigious of all Italian wines and it met the other criteria as well. By good luck the adjacent estate, of 2,600 acres, became available shortly afterwards and in 1984 the 11th century castle was the final purchase, and the estate was renamed Castello Banfi. Today Castello Banfi is producing a wide range of wines including Brunello di Montalcino that was Italy's first wine to be accorded D.O.C.G. status, a testament to its aristocracy, balance and fabulous proclivity for ageing. BanfiChiantiClassico embodies all the characteristics that have made this wine an enduring classic: an alluring bouquet of black fruit and violets; rich flavours of cherry and leather; supple tannins and good acidity for dining. Fermentation takes place with a traditional skin contact of 8 to 10 days before ageing in French oak barriques for 7 months, while bottling is carried out in the summer following the harvest. Young mauve red coloured wine with complex aromas of plum, blackberry and hints of licorice, vanilla and light leather. Fruit forward in style, the black-fruit notes and good structure are well balanced culminating in a lingering finish. (6 x 75 cl) Price: £87.95
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Castello BanfiChiantiClassico DOCG Toscana
Description: In 1978 John and Harry Mariani, successful American importers, joined forces with Italy's leading enologist, Ezio Rivella; their objective was to produce top-quality wine on a scale never before attempted in Italy. Castello Banfi is a rarity among Italian wine estates, not just because of its size , its composition of single vineyards, or its state-of-the-art winery, but because it was started from scratch a little over 25 years ago. At that time the Mariani Brothers were looking for an estate where the climate and soil had to be ideal for the cultivation of many of the world's noble grape varieties, and it had to be within a region of Italy that already had a tradition of quality winemaking. The 4,500 acres that the Mariani Brothers first found were near Montalcino, and eligible for the status DOCG of Brunello di Montalcino, one of the most prestigious of all Italian wines and it met the other criteria as well. By good luck the adjacent estate, of 2,600 acres, became available shortly afterwards and in 1984 the 11th century castle was the final purchase, and the estate was renamed Castello Banfi. Today Castello Banfi is producing a wide range of wines including Brunello di Montalcino that was Italy's first wine to be accorded D.O.C.G. status, a testament to its aristocracy, balance and fabulous proclivity for ageing. BanfiChiantiClassico embodies all the characteristics that have made this wine an enduring classic: an alluring bouquet of black fruit and violets; rich flavours of cherry and leather; supple tannins and good acidity for dining. Fermentation takes place with a traditional skin contact of 8 to 10 days before ageing in French oak barriques for 7 months, while bottling is carried out in the summer following the harvest. Young mauve red coloured wine with complex aromas of plum, blackberry and hints of licorice, vanilla and light leather. Fruit forward in style the black-fruit notes and good structure are well balanced culminating in a lingering finish. Available in half bottles. (12 x 37.5 cl) Price: £91.82
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Villa Cafaggio ChiantiClassicoRiserva DOCG
Description: Villa Cafaggio ChiantiClassicoRiserva DOCG from Italy, Tuscany, ChiantiClassico by Villa Cafaggio (6 x 75 cl) Price: £102.40
Ruffino RISERVA DUCALE ChiantiClassico DOCG
Description: Refined Riserva, the most accomplished ChiantiClassico; a wine of perfect balance, elegant style and enticing bouquet, dry but with ample fruit and long lasting flavours. World famous as a Chianti producer, during the last 25 years Ruffino have diversified their production to become one of Tuscany’s most important ambassadors for quality wine. The Folonari family’s strategy of acquiring and developing “tenimenti” – individual estates in specialised zones – has given their portfolio great variety and personality. Ruffino now owns a total of 1,500 hectares of land including 400 under wine. This diversity reflects the best of both modern and traditional winemaking. The Ruffino flagship has always been the magnificent Riserva Ducale ChiantiClassico, which was originally the private reserve of the Duke of Aosta. Ruffino’s new style of wines is well represented by Libaio, a delicious, fresh, lightly perfumed blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio (1 x 3 Litres) Price: £97.71
