Danzante Chianti

Tasting Notes
Deep ruby colour and an complex bouquet of floral notes, particularly sweet violets, followed by fruity fragrances of dried plum and dark cherry. Concludes with a spicy nuances of roasted espresso bean, cocoa powder and lack liquorice. The palate is velvet and crisp, with well integrated tannin, warm and elegant.

Food Pairings & Serving Suggestions
Assorted cold cooked meats, vegetable soups, and filled pastas in meat sauces.
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Ratings and Reviews
87 points - 2004 Danzante Chianti
“Reserved scents of black fruit and forest floor. Dry blackberry flavors are delivered by way of a soft-mouth feel. Cherry appears in the close.”
- The Wine News, October/November 2006

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“Easy to locate elegant reds in the Tuscan region of Chianti. Made primarily from the Sangiovese grape, these reds offer easy drinking at the table... the 2004 Danzante Chianti is fleshy with gripping tannins and vibrant black cherry flavors.”
- Leslie Sbrocco, San Francisco Chronicle, June 15, 2006

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The Grape
Sangiovese is the main grape component of Chianti, one of Italy's best known wines. Our Sangiovese grapes originate in the hills between the Provinces of Siena and Florence within the renowned Chianti area of Tuscany.

Regional Notes
The Chianti area of Tuscany is known for a warm, sunny growing season, with substantial temperature differential between day and night. Such conditions produce flavorful, rich grapes. The vines that produce our Sangiovese grapes are grown in the ‘traditional Tuscany upturned’ system, a variation on the ‘Guyot’ system. The vines are positioned to point south, which contributes to the complete maturation of the fruit. The cultivation of Sangiovese in Tuscany can be traced back through the centuries to ancient Greece and Rome. In fact, the word Sangiovese is derived from Latin “Sanguis Jovis,” or the blood of Jupiter.

Danzante Chianti Technical Information
Appellation: DOCG Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita
Vineyard Location: Chianti Area, Tuscany
Growing System: Cordon-trained, spur-pruned vines
Time of Harvest: September
Serving Temperature: 60-65 degrees

Winemaking Notes
The grapes were harvested upon full maturation during the middle of September. The wine was vinified using an average maceration time of 8 to 10 days. Temperature was controlled (28 - 29°C) during the fermentation to encourage the release of attractive tannins and to develop a clear ruby color, while maintaining the rich fruit aromas characteristic of the Sangiovese grape. After fermentation, the wine was kept in stainless steel temperature controlled tanks until May.

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