2018 Mazzei Chianti Classico Riserva “Ser Lapo”, Tuscany, ItalyABOUT THIS WINE With this outstanding Chianti Classico Riserva, the Marquis Mazzei celebrate their notable ancestor Ser Lapo, author of the first official document mentioning Chianti wine (December 16th, 1398). 90% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot aged for 12 months in small french oak barrels (225 500 lt 50% new) ABOUT THIS PRODUCER Mazzei Winery, established in 1435, is a historic family owned winery located in the heart of Tuscany, Italy. The Mazzei family

a winery founded in Valtuille above and Pieros

lined with cypress trees

The Layon is a small tributary to the Loire that lazily digs its way through well exposed and drained hills of schist and sandstone

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tempered by a maturity that is surprising given their ages (Daniel was born in 1990

The Cramant Grand Cru

and Les Chaignots

60% Grenache Blanc

from generation to generation

duck breast

Aging in American oak complements the plentiful fruit in the wine while petite sirah provides added richness and structure

the top domaine in Nuits-Saint-Georges