“Ruspoli” Chianti Classico DOCG 2024 (BIO)

Tenuta di Lilliano | Tuscany
Tenuta di Lilliano | Loc. Lilliano 8 | IT 53011 Castellina in Chianti

29272124 · 0,75 l · 21,20 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

When a princess decided to bottle wine in 1958, she didn't do it just like that, but with ambition. Eleonora Ruspoli Berlingieri, who brought the historic Lilliano estate near Castellina in Chianti into family ownership back in 1920, was the first to recognise the oenological potential of this location. At her side: Giulio Gambelli, legendary Sangiovese guru and one of the great interpreters of Tuscan wines. Today, the brothers Giulio and Pietro Ruspoli carry on the legacy – the family still resides in the historic Palazzo Ruspoli in the heart of Rome. The Chianti Classico, which is named after them, comes from around 40 hectares of vineyards on calcareous, stony Alberese soils, which delay the ripening of the grapes at an altitude of around 300 metres and thus preserve acidity and aromatic freshness. The organically farmed vineyards produce a cuvée of 90 per cent Sangiovese, supplemented by five per cent each of Colorino and Merlot – a classic blend that complies with the DOCG statute and emphasises the typicality of the zone.

Bright ruby red with a fresh red rim. Aromas of red fruit and floral notes on the nose, accompanied by subtle spicy nuances – just as an authentic Chianti Classico should be. The palate is supple with lively yet sweet tannins and a balanced acidity that elegantly combines persistence and drinkability. An organically produced Chianti that perfectly combines tradition and craftsmanship. SUPERIORE.DE