{"product_id":"felsina-chianti-classico-berardenga-riserva-2022","title":"Felsina Chianti Classico Berardenga Riserva 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFèlsina Berardenga Chianti Classico Riserva is a Tuscan \u003cstrong\u003estill red wine\u003c\/strong\u003e that best expresses the characteristics of the Sangiovese grape in the Chianti Classico region. It appears an intense ruby red in the glass and reveals an aromatic profile where dark cherry and wild berry notes blend with hints of leather, tobacco, and mineral nuances. On the palate, it displays a dense and elegant body, supported by precise acidity and \u003cstrong\u003esoft yet firm tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e. The sip finishes with a \u003cstrong\u003elong and warm finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, enriched by delicate spicy notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis expression of Chianti Classico originates in Castelnuovo Berardenga, in the province of Siena. The vines grow between 320 and 420 metres above sea level, benefiting from a favourable \u003cstrong\u003esouth-west exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e that ensures optimal ripening of the grapes. The nature of the soils is fundamental: they are \u003cstrong\u003eclay and sandy soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, enriched with silt, sandstone, and stratified deposits. This composition supports the structure of the wine and accentuates its mineral nuances. The harvest takes place at different times depending on the characteristics of the specific \u003cstrong\u003evineyard plots\u003c\/strong\u003e, to guarantee the perfect degree of ripeness for the Sangiovese.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter the grapes are crushed, the must undergoes \u003cstrong\u003efermentation in stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e at a controlled temperature, accompanied by daily punch-downs and pump-overs. Maceration lasts about two weeks to ensure excellent structural extraction. The wine then matures in French barriques and \u003cstrong\u003eSlavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for a period ranging from twelve to sixteen months. After the final blend is created, the wine undergoes a final \u003cstrong\u003eageing in bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e for several months, an essential step to integrate the spiciness and perfectly harmonise the tannic texture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1966 in Castelnuovo Berardenga, the Fèlsina winery enhances the prestigious Tuscan tradition through its \u003cstrong\u003eorganic vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e, located between 320 and 420 metres above sea level. The result of the expertise of oenologist Franco Bernabei, the \u003cstrong\u003eRiserva 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the pinnacle of elegance for pure Sangiovese. This extraordinary \u003cstrong\u003eChianti Classico\u003c\/strong\u003e, awarded 94 points by James Suckling and 93 by Robert Parker, is a collectible excellence capable of evolving beautifully over time, thanks to a complexity and structure designed to last for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Felsina","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45883940765867,"sku":"59234","price":23.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/felsina-chianti-classico-berardenga-riserva-2022_59234_1_3b31280a-425a-44e0-a7ba-52c854fa0d5e.webp?v=1773796664","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/felsina-chianti-classico-berardenga-riserva-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}