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Felsina, Colonia Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, 2016
🏰 The 2016 Fèlsina Colonia Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is a highly acclaimed vintage, with Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarding it 98+ points and Vinous giving it 97 points, calling it the finest Colonia yet. This wine is a true expression of Sangiovese, offering an intense ruby red color and a captivating bouquet of spicy aromas, forest berry, tilled earth, cassis, and pressed violet. On the palate, it's elegant and bright, with inner energy and beautiful fruit resonance, showcasing intense tannins that promise excellent aging potential.
🍴 This sophisticated and complex red wine pairs excellently with hearty dishes. Think traditional Tuscan fare like a rare Florentine steak (bistecca alla fiorentina), rich wild boar ragù (pappardelle al cinghiale), or other grilled and braised red meats. It also complements aged cheeses like Pecorino and Parmigiano beautifully.
🥂 Perfect for a special dinner party or a celebratory meal where a robust, age-worthy red wine is desired. It's a wine that demands attention and will impress discerning palatess.
BACKGROUND
Felsina is a historic estate located on the southern edge of the Chianti Classico region. The Colonia Gran Selezione represents the pinnacle of their production, crafted from a unique, high-altitude vineyard that yields Sangiovese of extraordinary depth, structure, and longevity.