Santa Caterina Chianti Classico Gran Selezione

Vintage 2016
by Castello di Albola
Varietal Sangiovese
Color red
Region igt Toscano / Toscana,Toscana (Tuscany),toscana
Country Italy
Medal Score
16.0
6 competition medals

Tasting Notes

Aromas
red cherrydried rosecedartobaccobaked plumcinnamon
Palate

Medium-bodied with firm, grippy tannins and bright acidity, delivering a structured, velvety texture.

Finish

Medium-plus finish with lingering notes of sour cherry, clove, and a hint of leather.

Food Pairings
  • • grilled bistecca alla fiorentina
  • • wild boar ragu
  • • aged Pecorino cheese
  • • mushroom risotto
  • • roasted game birds
Serving Temp
16-18°C
Drink Window
Now through 2032

Tasting notes synthesized from this wine's competition results, varietal, region, and vintage profile.

Competition Medals

Gold Asia Wine Trophy 2022
Gold Berliner Wine Trophy Winter Session 2022
Silver Decanter World Wine Awards 2022
Silver International Wine Challenge 2022
Silver IWSC International Wine & Spirit Competition 2022
Silver Decanter World Wine Awards 2020

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