Wine Brancaia, Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, 2011

Brancaia, Chianti Classico Riserva shows aromas of tropical fruits and dark, with hints of nuts and almonds that remain on the palate. The wine is made with selected grape varieties Sangiovese (80%) and Merlot (20%), has a dense ruby ​​red color and a long aromatic trail.
For the 2011 vintage grapes were harvested in the period from 26 August to 27 September. Alcoholic fermentation lasted for 20 days at a temperature of 30-32 ° C. Wine matures for 16 months in oak barrels, of which 50% - new. Then Chianti Classico Riserva another 8 months kept in bottles.


Estate Brankayya uniting two names - Branca and Poppy, since 1981 has a couple from Switzerland - Brigitte and Bruno Widmer. In the production of wine they cooperate with Martin Widmer Cronenberg. Since 1983, when one of the wines received the first prize in a local competition, the production are successful. Today wine "La Brankayya" are among connoisseurs of classical and production is based on principles such as the search for self-identity and commitment to quality.
Martin is responsible for the management of the company, while Barbara, an experienced winemaker, is responsible for the production of wines. Wine consultant is the famous Dr. Carlo Ferrini. Today Brankayya produces four wines: "Il Blue," "Chianti Classico", "Tre" and "Ilatrayya."