WINE DESCRIPTION
Vecchia Cantina Chianti is a classic Italian red wine produced by the Vecchia Cantina cooperative in the Chianti appellation. The wine is made from Sangiovese grapes grown in the rolling hills of Tuscany, where the warm climate and well-draining soils create ideal growing conditions. The winemakers at Vecchia Cantina use traditional winemaking techniques to produce a wine that is both elegant and approachable, with a medium body and bright acidity. The wine is characterized by its vibrant red fruit flavors, subtle earthy notes, and grainy tannins. Vecchia Cantina Chianti is a versatile wine that pairs well with a wide range of foods, making it a popular choice for everyday drinking and special occasions alike.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Vecchia Cantina Chianti is an Italian red wine that delivers aromas of ripe cherry, dried herbs, and subtle earthy notes.On the palate, it is smooth and balanced with bright acidity, soft tannins, and a long finish. It's an ideal accompaniment to a variety of Italian dishes. Enjoy now or cellar for a few years.
EXPERT RATING
3.8
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Medium
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Sangiovese
Trebbiano
ORIGINS
Winery: Vecchia Cantina
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.CUSTOMER RATING
3.2
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