THE PRODUCER
Barone Ricasoli stands as a venerable and esteemed Italian wine producer,
nestled in the heart of Tuscany. With roots dating back to the 12th century, it
holds the distinction of being the oldest winery in Italy and the fourth oldest
globally. Founded by the Ricasoli family, the estate gained prominence under
Baron Bettino Ricasoli, credited with formulating the original Chianti recipe in
the 19th century. Renowned for its dedication to Chianti Classico, the vineyards
predominantly feature Sangiovese grapes, echoing the estate's commitment to
preserving the traditional character of the region. Beyond Chianti, Barone
Ricasoli produces an array of wines, including Chianti Classico Riserva and
premium blends, each crafted to express the unique terroir of its vineyards.
Embracing sustainability, the estate combines history, tradition, and
environmental consciousness in its winemaking practices.

THE WINE

Barone Ricasoli Colledila Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione stands as an
exemplary Italian red wine originating from the esteemed Chianti region in
Tuscany. Crafted exclusively from 100% Sangiovese grapes meticulously chosen and
harvested from the estate's premier vineyards, this Gran Selezione undergoes an
18-month maturation process in French oak barrels. The result is a wine
characterized by a robust flavor profile and an intense bouquet featuring notes
of dark fruits, vanilla, and spice. The seamless and enduring finish underscores
the wine's exceptional quality. Barone Ricasoli Colledila Chianti Classico DOCG
Gran Selezione embodies elegance and complexity, making it an ideal companion
for indulgent culinary pairings or as a refined standalone sipping experience.

INFORMATION
Type:RedVintage:2019Country:Italy
Region:TuscanySub region:Chianti ClassicoGrape:100% SangioveseStyle:Savory and
ClassicSweetness:DryABV:14%Drinking window:2019 - 2038Size:750mlFood match:Lamb


CRITICS SCORES
We choose our wines based on a range of criteria(seehow we choose our wines)of
which critic scores is justone. Rather than simply highlight the best score to
promote a wine, our average critic score is calculated from the scores provided
by several respected wine critics, who we follow for specific regions. They do
not represent all critic scores and, wherever possible, we try and give more
weight to more recent reviews. Where appropriate we consider market-based scores
like Global Wine Score or Wine Searcher Average scores.

As a rule, we look to offer wines that achieve a92/100average critic score or
better and frankly a lot of very good wines simply don’t make the cut. As a
high-end provider we want to reflect that positioning in the quality of wines we
offer. Such wines are only a tiny fraction of those generally on offer in the
market. We believe that an average score is a more conservative and
representative approach, but it is still subjective and only offered as a guide
to our customers, who will (and should) do their own research. We will add
individual critic scores to our website in the future.