{"title":"Sangiovese Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eSangiovese wines are vibrant savoury and medium to full bodied with cherry plum herb and earthy flavours. As the leading grape of Tuscany it is used in Chianti Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Sangiovese offers bright acidity firm tannins and excellent ageing potential making it a classic \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/italian-wines\" title=\"Italian Wines\"\u003eItalian \u003c\/a\u003ered.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bouchard-finlayson-hannibal-75cl","title":"Bouchard Finlayson Hannibal 2020 75cl","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"422\"\u003eHannibal is a thoughtfully crafted red blend from Bouchard Finlayson, inspired by the classic structure and elegance of Italian varieties. 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Malolactic fermentation softens the acidity, and careful blending after maturation results in a wine of elegance, structure, and fine tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1325\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1000\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eDeep ruby in colour, Hannibal offers aromas of dried violet, earthy forest floor, and iron-oxide. The palate is structured and meaty, with vibrant red and dark berry fruit, firm tannins, and a weighty yet refined texture. Long, focused, and memorable, it leaves a lasting impression with elegant length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1346\"\u003eIdeal with grilled or roasted red meats, game, rich pasta dishes, and aged cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1458\"\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1893\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1512\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, South Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eGrape Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, Barbera, Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Mourvèdre\u003cstrong data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eAwards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003ePlatter: 92 pts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003eIWC: Silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003eTim Atkin MW: 93 pts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1995\"\u003eJames Suckling: 93 pts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bouchard Finlayson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51250637865303,"sku":"105214","price":29.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/6824\/7127\/files\/xxl_11262-bouchard-finlayson-hannibal.jpg?v=1753181942"},{"product_id":"il-grigio-chianti-classico-riserva-san-felice-75cl","title":"Il Grigio Chianti Classico Riserva 2022 San Felice 75cl","description":"\u003cp\u003eSan Felice Il Grigio Chianti Classico Riserva is a concentrated, plush red with blackberry fruit and meaty characters. The seamlessly textured palate opens up to show dense fruit and complex layers of leather and spice with lovely, fine, integrated tannins. Crafted by Leonardo Bellaccini from a selection of the best Sangiovese grapes and aged for 24 months in oak, this wine represents classic Chianti Classico Riserva at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is premium Chianti Classico Riserva from San Felice, a large estate with 180 hectares of immaculately maintained vineyards in Castelnuovo Berardenga. Winemaker Leonardo Bellaccini is a master of the non-interventionist approach, giving classic expressions of high-quality Sangiovese that are restrained, complex, and beautifully balanced. The secret lies in exceptional vineyards and intensive research, particularly selection of the best naturally occurring clones. With 24 months in Slavonian and French oak, this wine offers remarkable depth and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeet the Producer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSan Felice is an outstanding Tuscan estate with 180 hectares of immaculately maintained vineyards in Castelnuovo Berardenga, adjacent to its sister property Villa la Pagliaia. The wines are made by Leonardo Bellaccini, known for his non-interventionist approach that creates classic expressions of high-quality Sangiovese, unencumbered by excessive new oak or flashy winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVineyard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIl Grigio is made from a selection of the best Sangiovese grapes from the Chianti Classico vineyards on the Agricola San Felice estate in Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena. The vineyards are at altitudes of 350-400m above sea level and the soil is mostly limestone and loam. The vines are trained using the Guyot and Spurred Cordon methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe must was fermented on the skins for 18-20 days at 28-30°C, followed by malolactic fermentation in stainless steel vats. 80% of the wine was matured in Slavonian oak barrels (60-90 Hl) for 24 months, while the remaining 20% was aged in 225-litre French oak casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConcentrated and plush with blackberry fruit and meaty characters. The seamlessly textured palate opens up to show dense fruit and complex layers of leather and spice with lovely, fine, integrated tannins. Rich, elegant, and beautifully balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy with roast lamb, grilled steaks, wild boar, aged Tuscan cheeses, or osso buco. 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The 2018 vintage presented challenges—a mild, dry winter followed by persistent spring and summer rainfall required meticulous vineyard management. Careful treatments and precise agronomical techniques ensured healthy fruit development. Late summer brought warm temperatures averaging 35°C, while the crucial Tramontana wind in late September dried the grapes perfectly. Cool autumn nights and warm days allowed ideal ripening. Grapes from different vineyards are fermented and macerated separately for three weeks, then aged in oak for 24 months before blending and a final six months in concrete vats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Brunello character with layers of dark cherry, plum, and dried herbs. Notes of tobacco, leather, and subtle spice add complexity, while bright acidity and fine-grained tannins provide structure and elegance. 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Overall, the vintage delivered character, definition and a strong sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2682\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003eTasting Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2704\" data-end=\"2995\"\u003eSiepi 2022 is vivid and expressive, opening with crisp notes of elderflower, plum and ripe berries. Layers of sandalwood and tobacco add warmth and depth. The palate is long, bright and beautifully persistent, carried by refined tannins and a sense of lifted energy that defines the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3001\" data-end=\"3017\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3198\"\u003eRich, flavourful dishes suit Siepi’s depth and structure—think game, slow-cooked meats, dark reductions, or pungent blue cheeses that echo the wine’s dark fruit and savoury spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3200\" data-end=\"3213\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3204\" data-end=\"3213\"\u003ePress\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3215\" data-end=\"3630\"\u003eThe 2022 vintage has been widely acclaimed, with James Suckling awarding 97 points for its polished tannins, violet-scented aromatics and graceful length. 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Aged for just shy of 5 years in Slovenian oak and 8 months in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vines of Poggio di Sotto sit on high hills overlooking the Orcia River Valley, with parcels at three different altitudes combining to make a particularly well-balanced wine. A marl soil of decomposed seashell deposits and breezes from the Monte Amiata across the valley contribute to a cool microclimate that produces a noticeably Burgundian-style Brunello. All of the grapes grown here are of the same very high quality and qualify for the Brunello appellation, so the Rosso di Montalcino is differentiated only by its vinification in stainless steel and shorter aging; in great vintages they also produce a Brunello Riserva. 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The finish is refreshing and clean, with the structure and grip that make this wine a natural partner for food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA superb match for wild boar ragu, slow-braised beef, lamb with rosemary, grilled sausages, hearty pasta dishes, aged pecorino, or a generous charcuterie board. 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