Piccini - Chianti Astrale DOCG 2019

Piccini - Chianti Astrale DOCG 2019

Type: Red Wine
Producer: Piccini
Region: Tuscany, Italy
Denomination: Chianti DOCG
Vintage: 2019
Alcohol Content: 13%
Format: 750 ml

Description

Chianti Astrale is a red wine emblematic of the Tuscan winemaking tradition, produced by Piccini , a historic winemaking company in Tuscany . Composed mainly of Sangiovese , the grape variety that has always characterized Chianti, this wine stands out for the balance between fresh fruit and the more complex notes that develop during winemaking. The quality of the grapes, coming from the best areas of Chianti , gives this wine a refined character and an excellent structure.

Tasting Notes

Color: Bright ruby ​​red, with purple reflections.
Aroma: On the nose it opens with a fruity bouquet, dominated by notes of cherry and plum , enriched by light spicy nuances of black pepper and liquorice .
Taste: In the mouth it is soft, with elegant and well-integrated tannins. The body is medium, with good freshness and a persistent finish that recalls ripe red fruit and a light spiciness. The wine has an excellent balance between freshness, fruitiness and structure.

Recommended Pairings

Perfect with typical Tuscan dishes such as pappardelle with wild boar , ribollita or pork loin . It also pairs very well with grilled red meat dishes and mature cheeses .
It is recommended to serve at a temperature of 16-18°C .

Aging potential

The 2019 Chianti Astrale is ideal to be enjoyed young, to appreciate the freshness and vivacity of the fruit, but it also has a good aging capacity to develop greater complexity over the next 3-5 years.