{"product_id":"ricasoli-chianti-classico-gran-selezione-colledila","title":"Ricasoli - Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 'Colledilà'","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"67\"\u003e Barone Ricasoli Colledilà 2021 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"69\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eBarone Ricasoli Colledilà 2021 is the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/blogs\/wijn-weetjes\/wat-is-single-vineyard-wijn\" title=\"explanation about Single Vineyard wine\"\u003esingle-vineyard\u003c\/a\u003e Gran Selezione from the historic estate behind\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/products\/castello-di-brolio-barone-ricasoli\" title=\"Brolio Castle\"\u003eCastello di Brolio\u003c\/a\u003e , an estate that has been producing wine in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/subregions-chianti-classico\" title=\"Buy Chianti Classico\"\u003eChianti Classico\u003c\/a\u003e since 1141. Colledilà revolves around a single vineyard in Gaiole in Chianti, planted with Sangiovese, specially selected to showcase the pure power and finesse of Brolio. What makes Barone Ricasoli Colledilà 2021 so special? It's a 100% Sangiovese from a chalky, prime vineyard, aged for 22 months in tonneaux, considered one of the flagship wines of Chianti Classico and acclaimed by the international press.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eVineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"1638\"\u003e The grapes come from Italy: from Tuscany, from Chianti Classico around Gaiole, and from the Colledilà vineyard on the Castello di Brolio estate. The vines here are planted on clay-limestone soils with a high proportion of limestone, a soil type that Ricasoli himself describes as one of the most representative of Chianti Classico and that gives Sangiovese tension, depth, and a distinct mineral signature. The vineyard is situated on the hills surrounding the castle, where the days are warm but the nights are noticeably cooler, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly and evenly. The Ricasoli family has worked in these hills for nearly nine centuries and has, in recent decades, intensively researched the various Sangiovese clones and soils around Brolio, with Colledilà being one of the crus where that work is most clearly reflected in the bottle.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003eThe 2021 growing season was particularly challenging in Chianti Classico. A late frost in April, followed by a dry summer, resulted in small but highly concentrated bunches and early grape ripening. Thanks to the experience with this vineyard and the water management of the chalky soils, Ricasoli managed to harvest perfectly ripe Sangiovese with abundant color, tension, and aromatic intensity, which is immediately evident in the wine's depth.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003e Vinification and maturation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003eIn the cellar, the bunches are destemmed, after which the grapes are gravity-fed into 100-hectoliter stainless steel conical tanks. There, they are inoculated with selected yeasts, and alcoholic fermentation begins at 24 to 27°C, with daily pigeage, during which the skins are gently pressed to extract color, aroma, and fine tannins. Maceration on the skins lasts approximately two weeks, long enough to develop structure without making the wine harsh.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003eAfter fermentation, Colledilà 2021 is aged for 22 months in 500-liter barrels. Approximately 30% of the barrels are new, the rest are second-use, allowing the wood to support the wine with structure, spice, and subtle toast, without overpowering the fruit. The final wine has an alcohol content of approximately 14.5% and is bottled after aging for extended bottle aging, allowing it to develop further in the coming years towards greater complexity and tertiary aromas.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3223\" data-end=\"3248\"\u003e Grape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3250\" data-end=\"3621\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3250\" data-end=\"3295\"\u003eSangiovese – Colledilà, Gaiole in Chianti\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3295\" data-end=\"3298\"\u003e Barone Ricasoli Colledilà 2021 is 100% Sangiovese from the Colledilà cru near Brolio. The combination of chalky clay, altitude, and strict selection produces a wine with intense red and black fruit, vibrant acidity, fine yet firm tannins, and a distinct mineral undertone.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3623\" data-end=\"3656\"\u003e Tasting notes and serving suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"3658\" data-end=\"4301\"\u003eIn the glass, Colledilà 2021 has a deep, bright ruby ​​red color. The nose opens with ripe cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate, complemented by floral notes of rose and violet, a hint of orange peel, mint, and subtle spices from the oak. On the palate, the wine is energetic and precise, with juicy red fruit, a deep mineral core, and a peppery spiciness that intensifies towards the long finish. The tannins are finely woven, giving the wine backbone, while the fresh acidity creates a lively, almost racy structure typical of the best Gran Selezione from Gaiole.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"4303\" data-end=\"4739\"\u003eServe Barone Ricasoli Colledilà 2021 at around 18°C ​​and decant it an hour before serving. At the table, it pairs perfectly with classic Tuscan dishes like steak Fiorentina, slow-cooked leg of lamb, wild boar ragù, or beef and mushroom stew. Its combination of strength, finesse, and length also complements mature hard cheeses beautifully.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4741\" data-end=\"4757\"\u003e Awards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4761\" data-end=\"4829\"\u003e 2021 – 97 p (Wine Spectator) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4832\" data-end=\"4900\"\u003e 2021 – 96+ p (Wine Advocate) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4903\" data-end=\"4967\"\u003e 2021 – 96 p (Falstaff) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-start=\"4970\" data-end=\"5032\"\u003e 2021 – 95 p (Vinous)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vinites","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44415100387407,"sku":"012557","price":68.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/RicasoliColledila.webp?v=1769525992","url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/en\/products\/ricasoli-chianti-classico-gran-selezione-colledila","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}