Selvapiana Chianti Rufina Vigneto Bucerchiale Riserva is a premium red wine produced by Selvapiana, a renowned winery in the Chianti Rufina appellation of Tuscany, Italy. The wine is made from Sangiovese grapes grown in the Bucerchiale vineyard, which is known for its high altitude and rocky soil, resulting in grapes with intense flavors and aromas. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including fermentation in stainless steel tanks and aging in oak barrels for 24 months. The wine is characterized by its deep ruby color, complex aromas of dark fruit, spices, and tobacco, and a full-bodied, elegant palate with firm tannins and a long finish.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This is a stunning Italian red wine with a deep ruby hue.It has aromas of dried cherries, blackberry, and baking spices. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with intense flavors of ripe dark fruit, leather, licorice, and earthy minerals. It is well-structured, with a lingering finish of black currants and smoky oak. Enjoy now or cellar for up to 10 years.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2028
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sangiovese
ORIGINS
Winery: Selvapiana
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.