| Producer | Sergio Zingarelli |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Subregion | Chianti Classico |
| Varietal | Sangiovese |
| Vintage | 2014 |
| Sku | 02411 |
| Size | 750ml |
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The Sergio Zingarelli Gran Selezione showcases a sophisticated and savory profile that defies the rainy reputation of its vintage. It opens with concentrated aromas of marasca cherry, wild plum, and crushed violet, layered over an earthy base of tobacco leaf, cedar, and sun-baked stones. On the palate, the wine is remarkably poised, offering a vibrant freshness that balances its dense core of red fruit and spice. The tannins are fine-grained and architectural, providing a firm structure that carries the flavors into a persistent, mineral-driven finish marked by notes of iron and dried herbs.
The history of Rocca delle Macìe is a testament to the vision of Italo Zingarelli, a prominent film producer known for the "Trinity" Westerns, who purchased the estate in 1973. Located in Castellina in Chianti, the property originally consisted of a 14th-century hamlet and dilapidated vineyards which Zingarelli painstakingly restored to create a world-class winery. Today, the estate is managed by his son, Sergio, who has focused on elevating the brand's prestige through rigorous clonal selection and sustainable practices. The Sergio Zingarelli Gran Selezione serves as the flagship of the estate,
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