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Uggiano La Scoperta Riserva, Chianti DOCG 2022
Uggiano La Scoperta Riserva, Chianti DOCG 2022
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A bright and characterful, fruit-forward, Chianti Riserva from the Uggiano estate south of Florence. Six months ageing in large oak casks gives a nicely mature wine with impressive depth of flavour for this price level.
Production
The mainly Sangiovese grapes (plus 10% Canaiolo) are harvested from hillside vineyards, and transported to the winery to be vinified. The must undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel. Pumping over twice a day extracts colour and tannin from the skins. After around 2 weeks, the wine is racked to large (30-60hl) oak casks for 6 months.
Tasting notes
Ripe red berry aromas with a touch of spice. On the palate layers of fresh plum, blackcurrant and juicy red cherry balance spicy, developed flavours. A well-structured, complex and authentic Riserva with rounded tannins and a generous, peppery finish.
Food match
Enjoy with rich casseroles and roast meats
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ABV
13.5%
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Case/Bottle Size
6 x 75cl
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Region/Country
Toscana, Italy
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Grape
Sangiovese 90%, Canaiolo 10%
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Features
Vegetarian, Vegan, Sustainable
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Closure
Cork
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Winemaker
Daniele Prosperi
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Appellation
Chianti DOCG
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Allergen info
Contains sulphites and no other allergens
Meet the Producer
Winemaker Giuseppe Losapio founded Azienda Uggiano in the early 1970s, and steadily developed the estate at San Vincenzo a Torri. It is now one of the leading producers in the Chianti Colli Fiorentini zone. With 100 hectares of hillside vineyards (in both Colli Fiorentini and around neighbouring Chianti Classico, near San Casciano), Uggiano produces classic and classy Tuscan reds from the region's principal grape varieties. A core of quality runs through an unfussy, practical and exceptionally well-priced range, from bright entry level Chianti to some impressive Riserva wines. In 2015, the Losapio family sold the company to Uggiano’s young but experienced management team, including commercial manager Giacomo Fossati and Daniele Prosperi, winemaker for the past 12 vintages.
A Note on Sustainability
Uggiano have achieved Equalitas Sustainable certification which applies to the winery and all wines bottled there. Equalitas certification is a sustainability standard specifically for the wine sector, evaluating companies on their environmental, economic, and social impact. It assesses a company's commitment to sustainability through measurable indicators and requires an independent audit for certification. The certification focuses on areas like carbon footprint, water footprint, biodiversity, and social responsibility, ensuring transparency and progress towards sustainable practices in the wine industry.
