2011 Rocca delle Macie Sergioveto Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG

• "Complex and Delicious" ~91 James Suckling
• "A Bright, Elegant Red" ~Wine Spectator
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About the Wine

Oh, Chianti! We all love this place. I mean, is there anything more enchanting and artistic than this Tuscan charming hill-covered region? This is a place loaded with history, art, legends, stunning landscapes, and delectable wines. This appellation produces what James Suckling said, “some of the finest wines in Italy and the world.” And, one of the best-known and most appreciated wines in the world is Chianti Classico.

Rocca delle Macie lies in the heart of the Chianti Classico region at the center of Tuscany. Although the estate and to a larger extent, the region is famous for its Sangiovese, Super Tuscans have been driving it home. In the 2015 vintage the estate decided to take a risk and bottle this as a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon instead of its typically Cab-Sangiovese blend, and it certainly paid off. Production was low on this wine, do not miss your chance to add this to your collection.

Rocca delle Macìe was established in 1973 when former Boxer and Movie director Italo Zingarelli decided to realize his lifelong dream by acquiring the “Le Macìe” estate (extending across 93 hectares (230 acres) in all, of which only two were under vine) in order to create a winery in the heart of the Chianti Classico zone. Rocca delle Macìe implements agronomic techniques that are geared not only towards constantly improving the products but also towards respecting the environment.

Rocca delle Macìe was established on a solid base of ethical values, constructed by Italo in order to make his dream a reality. The respect of his children and their capacity to build upon what they had received did the rest. The Zingarelli family has not compromised on this approach as the business has grown. Rocca delle Macìe has now become one of the largest wine producers in Italy, and remain committed to preserving a land that is healthy and clean, and always in a position to offer up its very best fruits.

Chianti Classico has two additional levels that determine the wine's quality and aging. "Chianti Classico Riserva" wines need at least two years in barrel (24 months) plus three months in bottle before being released.

Tasting Notes

 80% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Ruby red with garnet reflections. Rich and persistent aromas, with a balanced amount of oak from the barrel aging. A well balanced wine, dry and refined, with good structure and a long finish.

Critical Reviews

A red with nut, berry, chocolate and bitter-orange character. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Complex and delicious. ~91 James Suckling

A bright, elegant red, boasting cherry, strawberry, menthol, herb and tobacco flavors. Lightly shaded by oak, this stays balanced and flashes a peppery green quality on the finish. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Best from 2016 through 2025. 4,600 cases made. ~90 Wine Spectator

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