Sangiovese Flashcards
What is the visual characteristic of Chianti?
Light ruby with slight garnet tones, moderate-nminus to moderate concentration
Concentration and color may be darker if the wine is a blend
What is the visual characteristic of Brunello di Montalcino?
Dark ruby, garnet rim variation, moderate-plus concentration
What are the common fruit aromas/flavors found in Chianti?
- Tart red fruit (sour cherry, raspberry, cranberry, red currant)
- Red apple
- Black cherry
- Mulberry
- Tomato
What floral notes are associated with Chianti?
Dried flowers, potpourri
What herbal/green aromas are typical in Chianti?
- Fennel
- Roasted savory herbs
- Thyme
- Rosemary
- Marjoram
- Camphor
- Bitter root
What spice notes can be found in Chianti?
- Clove
- Smoke (Brettanomyces indicators)
- Coffee/oak spices
What other non-fruit aromas/flavors are present in Chianti?
- Sanguine/blood
- Balsamic
- Animal
- Leather
- Tar
What earth characteristics are found in Chianti?
Moderate to high minerality, clay, crushed rock, baked earth
What type of oak usage is typical for Chianti?
None or large neutral cask with possible mixed use of French oak barriques
Do classic examples of Chianti see significant new wood?
No
What is the structure of Chianti in terms of dryness and body?
Bone dry to dry, moderate to moderate-plus body, elevated to high tannin, elevated to high acidity, moderate to elevated alcohol
What is the structure of Brunello di Montalcino in terms of dryness and body?
Bone dry to dry, full body, elevated to high tannin, elevated to high acidity, elevated alcohol
What is a key difference in the color concentration between Chianti and Brunello?
Chianti has moderate-nminus to moderate concentration, while Brunello has moderate-plus concentration
Fill in the blank: The typical fruit flavors in Brunello include _______.
[Tart red fruit, black cherry, tomato, etc.]
