La Ricolma 2012 San Giusto a Rentennano 75 cl

Description

History

The structure of San Giusto a Rentennano is located on the upper course of the Arbia river in one of the southernmost areas of the Chianti Classico denomination. The company stands on an ancient monastery at the time called San Giusto alle Monache which over the centuries was transformed into a fortress. According to some documents, already in 1204 the castle was marked as the border between the countryside of Siena and Florence. Today the structure and the company have belonged to the Martini di Cigala family since 1914 and the crenellations of the fortress, the castle walls and the underground cellars that serve as an aging place for the wines produced are still intact.

Grapes used

Merlot 100%

Alcohol content

14.5%

Tasting notes

Very intense ruby red color with garnet hues. Very rich bouquet on the nose: red fruits (blueberries, raspberries, plums), citrus fruits, aromatic herbs, spices and balsamic notes. On the palate it is full-bodied, with a high aromatic intensity, silky and elegant tannins. The hints of fruit remain with an energetic, balsamic finish that brings back a certain sapidity.

Possible combinations

The best pairings are with stewed red meat, seasoned and blue cheeses, risotto with mushrooms and game.