# Lo Zio Chianti Riserva (2020)

- **Producer:** Società Agricola Francesca s.a.s. di Loia Franca & C
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Colorino, Merlot
- **Region:** Toscana, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.5%
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later

## About this wine

Lo Zio Chianti Riserva 2020 is a red wine from Tuscany, produced by Società Agricola Francesca. The estate, founded in 2004, is committed to organic farming and is named after the founder's daughter, Francesca. Their vineyards are situated on hillsides overlooking the Arno River valley, with soils of marine origin. The wine is a Chianti DOCG Riserva, indicating specific aging and quality standards.

## Interesting facts

- The winery's vineyards are split between Empoli and San Miniato.
- The soil is of marine origin, containing fossils.
- The estate practices organic viticulture.
- The winery was founded in 2004.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and structure can stand up to richer dishes. Its inherent acidity helps to cut through the richness of meats and fatty components, while the tannins complement the proteins, softening with each sip. Earthy notes in the food can echo subtle nuances in the wine.

## Wine making process

Lo Zio Chianti Riserva 2020 is produced by Società Agricola Francesca. The grapes are grown on vineyards with marine-origin soils. Following harvest, the wine undergoes fermentation and then spends 9 months aging in oak. The estate practices organic viticulture and aims to balance traditional winemaking with innovative approaches.