Description

Chianti Superiore DOCG

Il Guido Chianti Superiore DOCG is a full-bodied, oak-aged red wine. Perfect with grilled and roasted red meat, as well as medium and long-aged cheese.

Tasting Notes
Visual: Clear, ruby red colour, very deep and bright.
Olfactory: Very intense and complex. Fruity aroma of cherry, blueberries and blackberries. Soft oaky and spicy notes.
Flavour: Fruity and warm. Well balanced by a pleasant acidity. Full-bodied and persistent.

Il Guido Chianti Superiore DOCG: Awards and Ratings
Decanter World Wine Awards 2024: 88/100
Sommelier Choice Awards 2023: Gold, 91/100
London Wine Competition: Silver, 87/100
USA Wine Ratings: Silver, 86/100

Vineyard
Age: 20 years old
Altitude: 250m above sea level
Exposure: South-East
Growing System: Guyot
Vines Number: 5500/hectar
Grapes Production: 5 ton./hectar
Harvest: By hand, with small boxes, second half of September and early October
Fermentation: Stainless steel tanks, temperature-controlled
Aging: 12 months in cement tanks, 12 months in French-oak tonneaux
Bottle Aging: At least 6 months

Technical sheet