Frescobaldi Nipozzano Chianti Rufina 2018

Expressive, bright wine of bright ruby color. The aroma reveals notes of cherries, blackberry jam, prunes, undergrowth and black pepper. Full-bodied, balanced in taste, with velvety tannins, lively acidity, floral and spicy tones in a long aftertaste.

Pairs well with BBQ, stews, and aged cheeses.

Fermentation lasts 13 days in stainless steel tanks․ Immediately after alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation follows.

2 years in barrels, about 3 months in bottles.

The vineyards of Castello di Nipozzano are located at an altitude of 250 to 500 meters above sea level and occupy 250 hectares of south-eastern exposure. The soils are dry, stony, clay-limestone, well-drained.

The Frescobaldi family is one of the oldest and most prestigious winemaking nobles in Italy. The Frescobaldi is originally come from Florence and are currently based in Italy’s №1 winemaking region: Tuscany. Here they own 7 estates, which allows to fully explore all the Tuscany terroirs.  Read more