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Vigna Istine

2018 Chianti Classico Sangiovese

The Istine Vigna Istine, a captivating Sangiovese from the famed Chianti Classico region, offers a delightful experience for wine enthusiasts. This red wine showcases a medium body, perfectly balancing richness and elegance, making it incredibly versatile for various culinary pairings. With a high acidity, it bursts with vibrancy and freshness, enlivening the palate and making each sip a refreshing delight. The pronounced fruit intensity reveals beautiful notes of ripe red cherries and plums, complemented by subtle hints of earthy undertones. Tannins are notable yet finely structured, providing a firm backbone to the wine while ensuring a smooth finish. This vintage is bone dry, allowing the true character of the Sangiovese to shine through, promising both sophistication and a true sense of place.

Tasting notes:


Cherry

Cherry

Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Pasta with Tomato-Based Sauce, Spaghetti, Ossobuco

Region:


Italy
Italy

While France takes the crown for the most famous wines styles and grape varieties, Italy is where wine was first perfected. The ancient Greeks called it Oenotria—"land of the vines"—and the Roman Empire advanced grape growing and winemaking to a level of quality we still enjoy today. But behind Italy's best-known wines, such as Chianti, Barolo and prosecco, there's an almost endless diversity of delights awaiting the intrepid explorer. The key to understanding Italian wine is regionality and (of course) food. From the aromatic and sparkling whites of the north to Sicily's rich and spicy reds, Italy offers wine lovers a lifetime of gastronomic treats.

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