Red

Bellezza Gran Selezione

Castello di Gabbiano

Chianti Classico · Italy

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Sangiovese
Country
Italy
Region
Chianti Classico
Appellation
Chianti Classico
Body
full
Acidity
high
Tannin
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

roast meats · truffle pasta · aged cheeses · stews · polenta with mushrooms · lamb

Rated vintages

  • 201291 pts

    Baked plum, Asian spice, vanilla and menthol aromas carry the nose. The elegantly structured palate offers fleshy black cherry, licorice, mint and well-integrated French oak alongside fine-grained tannins that lend firm, polished support. A coffee note marks the finish.

  • 201189 pts

    Aromas of ripe berry, grilled herb, leather and game lead the nose. The palate offers spiced plum, dried black cherry, mint, espresso, toast and vanilla alongside round tannins. Drink through 2019.

  • 201090 pts

    Made with 100% Sangiovese, this conveys aromas of violet, vanilla, pressed powder and perfumed berry. The vibrant, structured palate delivers juicy wild cherry, licorice, black pepper and toast alongside firm tannins and fresh acidity. It finishes on a mocha note. Drink 2015–202…