Chianti Classico Riserva “Drugo”
32,00 €
Denomination: Chianti Classico Riserva D.O.C.G.
Grape variety: 80% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot
Alcohol content: 14,20% vol
Production area: Querceto vineyard – Santo Stefano farm in Collegalle, Greve in Chianti – south-west exposure
Harvest: Manual, October (Cru collection)
Vinification: Fermentation in 6,000-litre oak vats at controlled temperature
Ageing: 24 months in medium-toasted 2,500-litre oak barrels, 6 months in the bottle
Colour: Deep ruby red with garnet reflections
Fragrance: Elegant and complex, with notes of ripe red fruits, sweet spices, tobacco and balsamic hints.
Pairings: Grilled red meat, game, mature cheeses
Service temperature: 18°C
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Description
The ‘Drugo’ Reserve comes from the Querceto hillside vineyard, a unique cru facing south-west and caressed by a constant breeze that promotes perfect ripening of the grapes. Here, in October, the finest Sangiovese grapes (80%) are harvested by hand, accompanied by small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot (20%), which enrich the wine with complexity and depth.
Vinification takes place in a 6,000-litre temperature-controlled oak vat, followed by a long ageing process: 24 months in large 2,500-litre medium-toasted French oak barrels and, after bottling, a further six months in the bottle. A slow process that gives the wine elegance and structure, preparing it to stand the test of time with character.
It has a deep ruby red colour, tending towards garnet with evolution. The bouquet is broad and layered: ripe red fruits and black cherry, hints of wilted flowers, sweet spices, tobacco and delicate balsamic nuances. On the palate, it is powerful and velvety, with ripe, integrated tannins, supported by a balanced freshness that prolongs the long, persistent finish.
The name ‘Drugo’, taken from Tuscan peasant language, evokes the figure of a strong and courageous man, solitary and proud. And this is precisely the soul of wine: a decisive and unforgettable character, capable of conveying the nobility of Chianti Classico in every glass.
Ideal with rich red meats, game and mature cheeses, this is a wine for meditation and special occasions, best served at 18°C.