| Type | Red wine |
|---|---|
| Region | |
| Grapes | |
| Producer | |
| Allergens | Contains sulfites |
| Alcohol contenti | 14.0% |
Ricasoli Chianti Cl. Gran Selez. Roncicone
201897
SUCKLING
91
VINOUS
93
WINE
SPECTATOR
Spec sheet
The wine
The Chianti Cl. Grand Selection Roncicone expresses hints of hibiscus, orange peel, violet, lavender, Earl Gray tea, cloves, tobacco and wet earth. Elegant and flowing with supple yet structured tannins, intensely refreshing acidity and a long and complex finish. Superb Sangiovese. Perfect for pairing with red meat dishes.
What does this wine taste like?
| Light | Bold | |
|---|---|---|
| Smooth | Tannic | |
| Dry | Sweet | |
| Soft | Acidic |
View | Ruby red |
|---|---|
Bouquet | Hibiscus / Orange peel / Violets / Lavender / Clove / Tobacco / Damp earth |
Mouth | Elegant / Great structure / Lively acidity / Refreshing / Smooth tannins / Long finish / Complex |
Drinking and storing
Serve between 16ºC and 18ºC
Food pairing
Ratings and awards
| 2019 | 98+ PK | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 97 SK | 91 VN | 93 WS | |
| 2017 | 93 PK | 95 SK |
PK: ParkerSK: SucklingVN: VinousWS: Wine
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The winery
Barone Ricasoli
Ricasoli is considered by many to be the most representative winery in Chianti Classico, in the municipality of Gaiole in Chianti. The history of the Ricasoli family has been linked to wine since 1141: written records dating back to then show that the Castle of Brolio was already in the family's possession. And it was thanks to Baron Bettino Ricasoli, an illustrious politician and wine entrepreneur of great farsightedness, that in 1872 the Chianti...
