Villa Nozzole Chianti Classico DOCG 2019
Trade Tools
Italy / Tuscany
Located north of the village of Greve in the heart of the Chianti Classico region, the Nozzole estate covers a striking, rugged, mountainous area of about 1,000 acres, a third of which is vines and olive groves. Select parcels in the Tenuta di Nozzole estate are dedicated to Villa Nozzole Chianti Classico. Crafted with a fruit-forward, New World character, Villa Nozzole Chianti is ready to drink upon release. Extended aging in large oak casks provides additional roundness and depth.
93 Points
jamessuckling.com
2019 vintage
Harvest Note
A normal winter period with numerous frosts in the December and January period, with average rainfall for the season. On the whole, the spring saw average rainfall and temperatures of around 16°C, with no disastrous atmospheric events. A hot, hail-free summer, without any issues of drought stress. The harvest started later, in the last ten days of September. A Sangiovese with optimum sapidity and tannin content during the harmonization phase, good alcohol content and excellent acidity, with malolactic fermentation in winter.
Tasting Note
Ripe, crushed red cherry aromas and flavors with an earthy note. Tangy acidity and fine tannins balance the juicy fruit character.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Sangiovese
APPELLATION: Chianti Classico DOCG
ABV: 14.5%
AGING: 12 months in oak barrels and 3 months in bottle
Unique Selling Points
- A fruit-forward, New World style Chianti from a highly regarded estate
- Matured for 12 months in French oak barrels for increased complexity
On land that has supported winegrapes for seven centuries, Tenuta di Nozzole produces wines that respect both tradition and innovation.
About the Grape
Sangiovese
Sangiovese has aromas of black cherries with alluring wood, smoke, tar and herbal notes. The best wines made from this grape have incredible complexity, depth, finesse and power.
