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Busi Chianti Rufina Riserva
Villa Travignoli
Italy - Toscana - Chianti Rufina DOCG

This is a Riserva level Chianti showing prestige and elegance, being powerful and elegant at the same time.
Color: Ruby red with garnet reflections.
Aromas: Intense, ethereal bouquet with hints of leather, tar and ripe cherry fruit.
Flavors: Full of ripe fruit with nuances of leather and liquorice. The taste is complex and round and rich with character. The finish is persistent and satisfying.

Specifications
Appellation
Chianti Rufina DOCG
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
100% Sangiovese
Age of vines
10-25 years average
Soil type
Marl and Calcareous clay
Vinification
Hand harvested in October. Fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperatures for 7 to 8 days with an additional 7 to 8 days on the skins. The wine is then racked and goes through malolactic fermentation. After a second racking, another 3 months in stainless steel. Aged in Slavonian oak for 18 months and 3 months in Allier barrels.
Pairings

Grilled, braised or roasted meats, dishes flavored with mushrooms, or rosemary. Excellent with polenta dishes.

Producer Information: Villa Travignoli

Travignoli, a name which literally means “Tra Vignoli” (between the vineyards), is located in the middle of Frescobaldi’s Nipozzano vineyard, in the heart of the Rufina zone. There is documented ...
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