Notes of: Red Fruit

Notes of: Tobacco

Notes of: Earthy

Placido

Placido Chianti

Italy, Tuscany

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

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Rarely Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Placido Chianti is a classic Italian red wine produced by the renowned winemaker Placido. The wine is made from Sangiovese grapes grown in the Chianti appellation, which is known for its rolling hills and warm climate. The vineyards are carefully tended to ensure the grapes reach optimal ripeness, resulting in a wine with rich fruit flavors and a smooth finish. Placido Chianti is made using traditional winemaking techniques, including aging in oak barrels, which adds complexity and depth to the wine. The style of the wine is medium-bodied with a bright acidity, making it a versatile pairing for a variety of dishes.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Placido Chianti is a lively and vibrant wine, with aromas of bright cherry and red berry.On the palate, the wine offers a medium-bodied texture with juicy flavors of tart red cherry and raspberry, along with subtle hints of leather, herbs and spice. The finish is long and lingering, with a smooth and balanced finish. Enjoy this food-friendly Chianti with your favorite Italian dishes.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2029

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Mildly aromatic

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Generous

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Firm

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (3)

Sangiovese

Cabernet Sauvignon

ORIGINS

Winery: Placido

Region: Tuscany

Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions. Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.

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