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Notes of: Raspberry

Notes of: Leather

Notes of: Violet

Notes of: Tomato Leaf

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Gamey

Volpaia

Volpaia Coltassala Chianti Classico Gran Selezione

Italy, Tuscany

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

4.2

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Volpaia Coltassala Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Volpaia winery in the Chianti Classico appellation of Tuscany, Italy. The wine is made from Sangiovese grapes grown in the high-altitude vineyards of the Coltassala estate, which boasts a unique terroir of limestone and clay soils. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant expression of the Sangiovese grape, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and tobacco. This wine is a perfect choice for those seeking a high-quality Chianti Classico with a distinct sense of place and a refined style.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Volpaia Coltassala Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is a stunning expression of Sangiovese with its vibrant ruby hue and inviting aromas of ripe wild berries, cherries, plums and sweet spices.The palate is silky smooth, with layers of ripe fruit flavors backed by notes of earth, tobacco, baking spices and a hint of dark chocolate. It has a long, complex finish that lingers in the mouth. Enjoy this delightful wine now or age it for a few more years to gain further complexity.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

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Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (2)

Sangiovese

Mammolo

ORIGINS

Winery: Volpaia

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

4.2

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