| Type | Red wine |
|---|---|
| Region | |
| Grapes | |
| Producer | |
| Allergens | Contains sulfites |
| Alcohol contenti | 14.5% |
Spec sheet
The wine
Brancaia Il Blu is a wine that stands out for elegance, complexity and intensity. Ruby red in color, the nose expresses a very compact olfactory profile from which notes of blackberry jam initially emerge, followed by hints of black pepper, black currant and cocoa. In the mouth it is silky and elegant, characterized by a certain warmth and a tannic texture as dense as defined and never intrusive. Closes with a nice return on the fruit for a finish of excellent persistence. Ideal with all types of meat, from red meat such as beef or lamb to game, it is enhanced with a fillet or a succulent cut of beef.
Drinking and storing
Serve between 16ºC and 18ºC
Ratings and awards
| 2019 | 95 PK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 98 SK | ||
| 2017 | 94 PK | 94 SK | 4 VA |
| 2016 | 96 PK | ||
| 2015 | 94 PK | ||
| 2013 | 94 PK | 4 VA |
PK: ParkerSK: SucklingVA: Viti
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Customer reviews
The winery
Brancaia
Young oenologist Barbara Widmer has taken over the reins of a winery from her father Bruno. The winery, bought by the family in 1981 when it was still an abandoned farmhouse, is today among the most consistent and reliable in Chianti, with a clear international inclination, but never at the expense of territoriality and traditional appellations. With highly sustainable viticulture, Barbara's vigour and dynamism equals her love for the territory. Active on particularly...
