BRANCAIA IL BLU “… is the wine that put Brancaia on the map of the most celebrated producers in Tuscany” (Robert Parker). IL BLU is obtained from the strictest selection of the best grapes from our Chianti Classico vineyards.
Characteristics
Name | Tuscany IGT |
Vines | 55% Sangiovese, 40% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon |
Typology | Red wine |
Region | Tuscany |
Alcohol content | 14.5% |
Bottle format | 0.75cl |
Vinification | The wine ages for 20 months in French barriques (two thirds of which are new). |
Refinement | This is followed by an aging of 12 months in the bottle, before distribution. |
Color | ruby red |
Perfume | intense aroma with vegetal and fruity notes of strawberry and raspberry; spices such as black pepper, cloves and sweet tobacco |
Taste | n great softness on the palate, very fine, persistent tannins, characterized by a pleasant chocolate aftertaste. |