{"product_id":"la-casa-di-bricciano-sangiovese-2016","title":"La Casa di Bricciano Sangiovese 2016","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA refined and beautifully mature Sangiovese, combining vibrant cherry fruit, savoury Tuscan character and fine tannins with the exceptional freshness and balance of the 2016 vintage.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🥂 Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep ruby red transitioning towards garnet at the rim. Despite its maturity, the wine retains attractive brightness and good colour concentration.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma \u003c\/strong\u003eelegant and increasingly complex, with aromas of ripe and dried cherry, red plum and wild berries. With air, the bouquet develops notes of violet, dried Mediterranean herbs, tobacco and cedar, followed by subtle leather, forest floor and balsamic nuances. Gentle sweet spice adds another layer without obscuring the characteristic Sangiovese fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate \u003c\/strong\u003erefined and beautifully balanced. Red cherry and plum remain remarkably fresh, supported by lively acidity and fine, polished tannins. Savoury notes of dried herbs, tobacco, cedar and earthy spice develop across the palate. Compared with the warmer 2015, the 2016 shows greater precision, freshness and definition, giving the wine an elegant and energetic character despite its maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \u003c\/strong\u003elong, savoury and persistent, with dried cherry, subtle tobacco, Mediterranean herbs and earthy mineral notes. Fresh acidity provides excellent definition and leaves a clean, appetising finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing Potential \u003c\/strong\u003ethe 2016 is drinking beautifully now but, given the balance and freshness of this excellent vintage, well-stored bottles should continue to evolve until approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2030–2032\u003c\/strong\u003e. A gentle \u003cstrong\u003e30-minute decant\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended, both to open the aromatics and to separate any sediment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🍽️ \u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e (Gastronomic Level)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBistecca alla Fiorentina\u003c\/strong\u003e – a natural partner for mature Tuscan Sangiovese.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWild boar ragù\u003c\/strong\u003e – complements the wine's savoury, herbal and earthy complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast lamb with rosemary\u003c\/strong\u003e – mirrors its Mediterranean herb character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast duck\u003c\/strong\u003e – excellent with the mature cherry and red-fruit flavours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilled veal or beef\u003c\/strong\u003e – well matched to its fine tannins and refreshing acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePappardelle with porcini mushrooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – enhances the wine's earthy, evolved nuances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuscan sausages and grilled meats\u003c\/strong\u003e – the acidity provides balance against richer flavours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Pecorino Toscano\u003c\/strong\u003e – a classic regional pairing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eServing Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16–18°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesignation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toscana IGT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e La Casa di Bricciano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gaiole in Chianti, Tuscany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sangiovese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eViticulture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic, estate-grown grapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand harvested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry, elegant, structured and age-worthy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e2016\u003c\/strong\u003e, an outstanding year in Tuscany, combining excellent ripeness with freshness, acidity and structural precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTakeaway\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2016 stands out for its balance and vitality: mature enough to offer complex notes of dried cherry, tobacco, herbs and forest floor, yet still remarkably fresh and precise. An elegant, gastronomic Sangiovese with the structure to continue evolving gracefully.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winesbio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56068923195732,"sku":"ITBRISAN16","price":34.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1043\/1568\/3156\/files\/Sangiovese16.jpg?v=1785587750","url":"https:\/\/terroirhub.myshopify.com\/products\/la-casa-di-bricciano-sangiovese-2016","provider":"terroirhub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}