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Kevin's comments: Velvety, round, full bodied and balanced with hints of wood and violets on the nose. The palate is warm and savoury with well integrated tannins.
Chateau Tasting Notes
CASA VINICOLA CARPINETO TOSCANA
Casa Vinicola Carpineto was founded in 1967 and is situated in the heart of the Chianti Classico area at Dudda, on the site of an ancient Roman settlement, which included the Carpineto vineyards.
From the company's inception, its owners Antonio Zaccheo and Giovanni Sacchet chose to dedicate their energies to the production of traditional Tuscan wines while keeping track of new technological developments. Experimentation and new product research have gone hand in hand with the rediscovery of historical wines. This vision has made Carpineto one of the leading producers in Italy, consistently receiving awards for its wines and world wide recognition for quality. In 1994 they were awarded the Robert Mondavi Winemaker of the Year Award at the International Wine & Spirit Competition in London. Giovanni Sacchet was the first Italian winemaker and only the second European to win this award.
Grapes: 85% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo, 5% Trebbiano & Malvasia
Vinification: Fermentation in temperature controlled vats with a brief
maceration on skins. Wine is ready for consumption in the Spring following vintage.
Colour: Ruby red.
Serve: At room temperature to accompany light dishes. Can also be
served slightly chilled.
Tasting Notes: A smooth, medium-bodied easy drinking wine with
a fruity bouquet.
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