Badia a ColtibuonoChianti Classico Riserva Cultus 2018

Product code: 19330
£30.90 inc VAT
Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Chianti Classico
Type
Type: Red Wine
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Roberto Stucchi Prinetti
Grape
Grape: Sangiovese
Grape: 80% Sangiovese, 20% Other Red Varieties
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Country
Country: Italy
Region
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region
Sub-Region: Chianti Classico
Type
Type: Red Wine
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Roberto Stucchi Prinetti
Grape
Grape: Sangiovese
Grape: 80% Sangiovese, 20% Other Red Varieties

Product Notes

Badia a Coltibuono's Chianti Classico Riserva Cultus is an exquisite Italian red wine that captures the spirit of Tuscany. Its bouquet releases alluring scents of dark berries, licorice, and wild herbs, indicative of an extravagant palate. Each sip reveals dynamic notes of ripe fruit, fine tannins, and a balanced acidity. This elegant wine is aged for two years in French oak barrels, giving it a well-rounded profile rich with spices and a touch of earthiness. Its powerful finish lingers, endowing a lasting memory of the flamboyant Tuscan landscape. A perfect partner for hearty dishes and good conversations.

Tasting Notes

Elegant balsamic notes prelude layers of cherry, floral notes, liquorice and chocolate. Warm on the palate but with great harmony between the full texture and a lifted finish.

About the Winery

Badia a Coltibuono

Badia a Coltibuono welcomes visitors into the enchanting world of wine in the heart of Tuscany, Italy. Established in 1051, the winery rests in a serene landscape, fringed by verdant vineyards, shimmering olive groves and woodlands teeming with wildlife.

Hands up if you appreciate history. Because this place is steeped in it. A former monastery turned vineyard, Badia a Coltibuono, roughly translating to the 'Abbey of the Good Harvest', reveals the religious and agricultural history of the region. Over the centuries, it transformed into a flourishing winery while preserving its vibrant past. Preserved gothic architecture, faded frescoes, and age-old wine cellars add to the charm, making it a living museum where you can have a glass wine, too.

The vineyard, stretched across approximately 60 hectares, is where the magic happens. Badia a Coltibuono has long championed organic farming, shunning chemical intervention to improve the soil's fertility and vine's productivity naturally. Here, Sangiovese holds sway, accounting for a major portion of the vines grown. Other varietals include Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo, Colorino, Foglia Tonda, Mammolo, Malvasia Nera, to list but a few.

Guests are invited to sample fine Chianti Classicos in the convivial tasting room and to explore the expansive underground cellars guided by knowledgeable staff. They share insightful stories about the wine-making processes, from vine to bottle. What's more, seasoned chefs host cooking classes rustling up sumptuous Tuscan delights, pairing with their exceptional wines brilliantly.

Offering more than just wine and culinary experiences, Badia a Coltibuono also boasts a bed-and-breakfast, providing an ultimate retreat in the tranquil Tuscan hills. Each room is individual, with antique furniture offering a touch of rustic elegance and promise stunning views over the countryside.

Badia a Coltibuono winery serves as a picturesque backdrop to the age-old tradition of wine production and is a testament to the ingenuity of Italian winemakers patience to the values of organic farming and passion for sharing their wine with the world.

https://www.coltibuono.com

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