'I COLOMBI' CHIANTI CLASSICO 2016
CASTELLO DI QUERCETO
A superbly ripe, open and inviting Chianti Classico from Castello di Querceto, the I Colombi offers exceptional value and partners beautifully with rich, meaty foods.
- Ripe dark berry fruits, with hints of violets and liquorice.
- Full-flavoured and mouth-filling, with dark fruit and grippy, rustic tannins.
- The grapes come from vineyards at 400-600m altitude in the most prestigious area of Chianti.
- Drink up to five years after release.
- Pairs well with the regional dish pappardelle al cinghiale (wild boar pasta).
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Castello di Querceto
According to the famed Gambero Rosso guide, “Castello di Querceto remains among the most impressive operations, with its entire line of wines riding high”. The spectacular 65 hectare estate has been owned by the ...
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“The 2016 Chianti Classico is a rich, fruity wine that will drink well upon release. Floral notes add lift and brightness to this super-appealing Chianti Classico from Castello di Querceto. Best of all, the Chianti Classico is a terrific value.”
“This is textbook Chianti. Black cherries and forest fruits overlay layers of tar and sweet liquorice, while the palate reveals breezy, crunchy red berries, all supported by a fabulously balanced and food-friendly structure.”
“Bouncy, pretty, fragrant, fans of Chianti Classico won't be disappointed with all that this offers. The cherry fruit is firm, the mineral layers give it extra depth and the finish is long.”
More details
- Product code
- 05ACC16
- Wine type
- Red
- Bottle size
- 75cl
- Origin
- Italy > Tuscany
- Producer
- Castello di Querceto
- Vintage
- 2016
- Grape varieties
- Sangiovese
- Production
- conventional