{"product_id":"chianti-classico-riserva-docg-1995-castell-in-villa","title":"Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 1995 - Castell’in Villa","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 1995 - Castell’in Villa\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eChianti Classico Riserva DOCG 1995 - Castell’in Villa\u003c\/strong\u003e is an elegant Tuscan red wine, made in the heart of Chianti Classico, one of Italy's most renowned areas for Sangiovese production. It is crafted from carefully selected grapes grown on hillsides between 250 and 320 meters in altitude, with exposures that promote balanced maturation and remarkable aromatic finesse.\nThis wine fully reflects the authentic style of Castell’in Villa: balance, depth, and a character that evolves over time, maintaining its personality intact even after decades.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 1995 vintage is remembered in Chianti Classico as one of the most consistent and harmonious of the decade. Favorable climatic conditions, with warm but not excessive summers and a dry autumn at harvest time, allowed for healthy and perfectly ripe grapes. The result is a wine with a \u003cstrong\u003ebalanced profile\u003c\/strong\u003e, smooth tannins, and remarkable aromatic complexity.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nAlcoholic fermentation occurs spontaneously thanks to indigenous yeasts, for a period of about 12-14 days in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 28-30°C. Subsequently, the wine undergoes a long aging in \u003cstrong\u003elarge Slavonian oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for 24-36 months, where it matures and develops spicy nuances. A further 12-month rest in the bottle completes the aging, ensuring balance and longevity.\nThis process gives the wine a solid structure and a complex aromatic profile, destined to evolve beautifully over time.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 1995 - Castell’in Villa is a wine that captivates the eye and the palate with its timeless elegance.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nVisually, it presents a \u003cstrong\u003edeep garnet red\u003c\/strong\u003e, typical of Chianti Riserva with several years of maturation. The orange reflections at the edges indicate the full evolution of the wine, without losing its brilliance.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe bouquet is ample and refined: notes of ripe cherry, plum, and tobacco emerge, accompanied by balsamic hints and a slight touch of sweet spices. With aeration, complex aromas of leather, cedar wood, and humus develop, a sign of a long and successful aging.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTaste\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it displays a \u003cstrong\u003efull and harmonious structure\u003c\/strong\u003e. The well-integrated and soft tannins support an elegant and persistent gustatory texture. The finish is long, with hints of fruit in spirits and spices, and a pleasant acidic vein that keeps the taste tension alive.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings for Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 1995 - Castell’in Villa\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis is a significant wine, to be paired with dishes that can support its complexity.\nHere are some pairing suggestions:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasts and grilled red meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStews and braised beef or wild boar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGame and feathered game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged hard cheeses, such as Tuscan pecorino or Parmesan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nFor a more refined pairing, it can also accompany traditional Tuscan dishes such as ribollita or pappardelle with hare ragù.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Aging (how to store Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 1995 - Castell’in Villa)\u003c\/h2\u003e\nTo best preserve the quality of this vintage wine, it is essential to store it in a suitable environment:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstant temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e: ideal between 14° and 16°C, away from heat sources and vibrations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControlled humidity\u003c\/strong\u003e: around 70% to keep the cork elastic and prevent oxidation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a \u003cstrong\u003ehorizontal\u003c\/strong\u003e position to prevent the cork from drying out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nThe Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 1995 - Castell’in Villa, if properly stored, can continue its evolution for several more years, offering new aromatic nuances and increasingly complex sensations. It is a wine that tells the story of time, the land, and the tradition of true Chianti Classico.","brand":"Castell'in Villa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52414979637587,"sku":"C08-C053-1995-05","price":629.64,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/chianti-classico-riserva-docg-1995-castell-in-villa.jpg?v=1764410297","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/chianti-classico-riserva-docg-1995-castell-in-villa","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}