Castello di Meleto – Grappa of Chianti Classico Riserva – Liqueurs and Spirits – 500 ml – Avvenice

$22.89

Castello di Meleto – In Gaiole in Chianti since 1256

The land of Castello di Meleto extend around the medieval town for about 2,470 acres: of these 300 are reserved for growing grapes. Sangiovese is the main varietal used in the production of the Chianti Classico DOCG. Other varietals planted in the ’80s include Merlot and Cabernet, but since the late 90s there has been a process of replanting aimed at enhancing the traditional heritage of grapes in Tuscany, also introducing some white varieties such as Vermentino.

Castello di Meleto – Grappa of Chianti Classico Riserva – Liqueurs and Spirits

Castello di Meleto has created an exclusive grappa of Chianti Classico Riserva.

Personality

Amiably amber

Style

Soft, fragrant and pleasant

Tasting Notes

Intense ruby ​​red with mineral and small fruit notes, followed by ripe fruit, light hints of toasting and a slightly spicy finish. Large, warm and round, extremely elegant, voluminous and balanced. It has non-aggressive tannins, good acidity and excellent intensity in the finish.

Serving

Alone after meals as a digestive or as an accompaniment to chocolate cakes

Blend

Pomace of Castello di Meleto

Distillation

Distillation with discontinuous type steam plant, low grade columns. The distillation plant is sealed in all its parts, all production is therefore subject to quality and quantity control. Addition of distilled water to bring the distillate to the alcohol content. 42% vol. Filtration and bottling. Aged in carats for about 1 year.