Nose
Scents of wild red berry fruits and floral aromas of violets and broom, as well as balsamic hints and those of underbrush.
Palate
Its development on the palate is harmonious yet incisive, more dynamic than muscular, and more mineral than tangy, with fine-grained tannins and lively freshness sustaining the tight, elegant fruit. The aromatic finish is deliciously persistent.
Growing Conditions
PRODUCTION ZONE: Lamole, in the commune of Greve in Chianti
ALTITUDE: 470 - 655 mt a.s.l.
The bunches, which come mainly from the Il Prato and Le Masse vineyards lying at between 470 and 655 meters above sea level, underwent optical berry selection.
Sandstone containing galestro (schistous clay) and macigno toscano soils, with insertions of alberese (limestone).
Cordon Spur and the traditional arched cane system of Chianti.
Winemaking
An impeccable interpretation of the most distinctive and original elements of its zone of provenance, the area of Lamole, it is - for us - the perfect representation of the concept of a Riserva wine. Austere and refined, Lareale Chianti Classico Riserva is our passe-partout for the generations of the future.
After delicate pressing, the must began fermentation, with maceration on the skins for approximately 12 days at a temperature of 24-26°C as well as periodic pumping over and délestage in order to obtain optimum extraction of the anthocyanins and tannins. During the following spring, the wine was put into casks to mature for at least two years prior to the final assemblage and bottling.
Appearance
A deep ruby red color.
Food Pairing
Not only the usual Fiorentina steak or rosticciana of pork. Our Riserva has energy and intensity in spades, and can be paired magnificently with oven-baked vegetable dishes, as well as with game, offal, and braised or stewed meats; if necessary, it can stand up to the aromatic force of truffles or that of very mature cheeses.
