{"product_id":"la-casa-di-bricciano-sangiovese-2017","title":"La Casa di Bricciano Sangiovese 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA generous and mature Tuscan Sangiovese, combining ripe cherry fruit, savoury Mediterranean character and evolving tertiary complexity with a warm, structured personality.\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 gradually developing garnet tones at the rim. The colour reflects its maturity while retaining good concentration and brightness.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma \u003c\/strong\u003ewarm and expressive, opening with ripe black cherry, red plum and dried red berries. With aeration, the bouquet reveals violet, dried herbs and sweet spices alongside more mature notes of tobacco, leather, cedar and forest floor. A subtle balsamic quality adds freshness and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate \u003c\/strong\u003egenerous and rounded, reflecting the warm and dry conditions of the 2017 Tuscan vintage. Ripe cherry, plum and red berry fruit form the core, supported by fresh Sangiovese acidity and increasingly supple tannins. Savoury notes of tobacco, dried herbs, leather and earthy spice develop through the mid-palate. Compared with the more precise and energetic 2016, the 2017 is broader, warmer and more immediately generous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish \u003c\/strong\u003epersistent and savoury, with lingering ripe and dried cherry, tobacco, Mediterranean herbs and gentle spice. A slightly earthy, balsamic note adds complexity, while the acidity keeps the finish fresh and gastronomic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing Potential \u003c\/strong\u003ethe 2017 is entering a very attractive mature drinking phase. Well-stored bottles should continue to drink well through approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2029–2031\u003c\/strong\u003e, although I would favour enjoying it over the coming few years while the balance between mature fruit and tertiary complexity is at its best. A gentle \u003cstrong\u003e20–30 minute decant\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended.\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 – the ripe fruit and savoury structure work beautifully with grilled beef.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWild boar ragù\u003c\/strong\u003e – a classic Tuscan match for its earthy and herbal character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast lamb with rosemary\u003c\/strong\u003e – complements the wine's Mediterranean herb nuances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrilled beef or veal\u003c\/strong\u003e – well suited to its mature tannins and generous fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast duck\u003c\/strong\u003e – excellent with the ripe and dried cherry character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePappardelle with porcini mushrooms\u003c\/strong\u003e – highlights its earthy and evolving tertiary notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuscan sausages and roasted meats\u003c\/strong\u003e – balanced by Sangiovese's natural acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Pecorino Toscano\u003c\/strong\u003e – an excellent 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, structured and savoury\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e2017\u003c\/strong\u003e, a notably warm and dry Tuscan vintage, generally producing concentrated wines with ripe fruit and substantial structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTakeaway\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2017 offers a warmer and more generous interpretation of Bricciano's Sangiovese than the 2016. Ripe cherry and plum are now developing into tobacco, leather, dried herbs and earthy complexity, while Sangiovese's natural acidity maintains freshness and makes this an excellent wine for the table.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winesbio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56068923720020,"sku":"ITBRISAN17","price":36.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1043\/1568\/3156\/files\/Sangiovese17.jpg?v=1785589547","url":"https:\/\/terroirhub.myshopify.com\/products\/la-casa-di-bricciano-sangiovese-2017","provider":"terroirhub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}