Il Molino di Grace Chianti Classico Riserva 2018
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Expressive and open, this red exhibits cherry, strawberry, iron, sanguine, tobacco and woodsy aromas and flavors. Lighter in weight and intense, with good support from the vibrant acidity and energetic tannins. Fine length. Best from 2023 through 2032.
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A linear, fine-textured riserva with cherry, plum and strawberry character. Medium body. Cherry and cedar finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now.
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The winery is named after a 19th century historic windmill located on the property near the cantina. However, the viticultural history of the property is much older–the vineyards at Il Molino di Grace have been fruitful for over 350 years. When Frank Grace first purchased the property in 1995, there was no winery: all the grapes were sold to local producers. Using the site of a ruined barn, Grace, together with winery manager Gerhard Hirmer, designed and built a state of the art winery. The winery opened its doors in 1999 and today, all of our wines are estate produced and bottled using organic materials and sustainable practices in both the vineyard and cantina.
At Il Molino di Grace, we strive to produce elegant wines that are an expression of terroir through the Sangiovese grape coupled with a careful use of oak for aging the wine.
The philosophy of utilizing a sustainable approach to wine making is a critical component of our approach at Il Molino di Grace. Vineyards have existed on the property for over 350 years. There is an ancient Etruscan path that winds its way through the vineyards – and the winery itself is named after a local historic landmark, "the windmill" located on the property near the cantina. The history of the property is an essential component of the present and future of Il Molino di Grace.