Frescobaldi Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva (Magnum – 1,500ml)
RM300.0
The ancient defensive stronghold of Florence from the year 1000, the castle of Nipozzano is the most celebrated and historic property of the Frescobaldi family. Situated around 35 km north-east of Florence, it is the symbol of Tuscan winemaking and maintains a close relationship with the style of the terroir.
According to popular belief Nipozzano means ‘without a well’ – testimony to the area’s lack of water and ideal circumstances for the cultivation of grapevines. The first documentation about the renowned wines of Nipozzano dates from the Renaissance when great artists such as Donatello and Michelozzo Michelozzi regularly purchased wine from the estate.
Oak-aged for 24 months, Nipozzano 2016 boasts the characteristics of this superb vintage with strength and finesse. Its intense ruby red colour gives it a bold and elegant character. Red berries and notes of ripe citrus fruit give way to a delicately fruity nose, followed by elegant notes of violet. This is all completed with aslight spiciness. The palate expresses itself with an intriguing, harmonious complexity. Nipozzano 2016 is dense and persistent.
Falstaff: 92Pts; James Suckling: 92Pts
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Description
The history of the Frescobaldi family starts over a thousand years ago and is closely connected with the history of Tuscany, with the wine involvement dating back to at least 1308. At the high point of medieval Florence, the Frescobaldi’s spread their influence as bankers, earning the title of treasures to the English crown. Today, they intend for the different family estates, with their vineyards, to be the expression of this diversity and for the wines to reflect each individual terroir, respecting their nature and authenticity. They own 11 estates in Tuscany, all running independently. That includes Ornellaia & Masseto, 2 of the most revered Super-Tuscan wines.
Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Alcohol Level | |
| Size | 1500ml |
| Brand | Frescobaldi |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Grape Variety | Sangiovese & blends |
| Family | Red wine |
| Vintage | 2016 |
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