Rialzi Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione 2017 Magnum In Wooden Box Tenuta Perano Frescobaldi

Rialzi 2017 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG MAGNUM in Wooden Boxes

The Rialzi 2017 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, born from the passion and vision of Tenuta Perano and my family, represents the pinnacle of the pursuit of excellence in the world of wine. This long-chased dream finds its maximum expression in the Rialzi vineyard, located at an altitude of 650 meters above sea level, on characteristic natural terraces with Alberese soil. This wine is the result of a careful and rigorous selection, a hymn to quality and constant commitment.

Climate and Terroir

The 2017 vintage stood out for a harsh winter at Tenuta Perano, followed by a spring with a rise in temperatures that anticipated bud break. A brief spring cold wave brought sporadic rain, balancing the seasonal trend. The vineyards responded magnificently to these conditions, especially thanks to the return of temperatures to normal between late August and September. The harvest revealed perfectly healthy, ripe grapes, rich in body and colour.

Vinification and Maturation

The winemaking of Rialzi 2017 was a careful and meticulous process. The manual harvest of the Sangiovese grapes was followed by a careful selection in the cellar. Fermentation took place in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature, with skin maceration and delicate pumping over, to ensure optimal polyphenolic extraction. The wine was then refined for 36 months, of which 24 in barriques, followed by a further period of refinement in the bottle, until it reached the perfect maturity to be introduced on the market.

Tasting Notes

The Rialzi 2017 is a sublime example of pure Sangiovese, a wine that expresses a strong and elegant personality, the result of the perfect synergy between soil, altitude and microclimate. It has an intense and brilliant ruby ​​red color. Its complex bouquet combines fruity and spicy notes in a harmonious balance. Hints of berries, sour cherries, violets and spices blend with toasted notes and juniper, outlining a rich and complex aromatic profile. On the palate, the Rialzi 2017 surprises with its richness and depth, with a dense and round tannic texture, perfectly integrated. The finish is persistent and clear, a sign of a wine of extraordinary quality.