Brolio is a red produced by Barone Ricasoli in Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy. Made from Sangiovese and Colorino. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 4 vintages; members see when each one is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Appellation: Chianti Classico
Region: Tuscany
Country: Italy
Grapes: Sangiovese, Colorino
Tasting profile
Structure: medium-bodied, medium tannin, high acidity, dry
Barone Ricasoli's Chianti Classico from the Brolio estate in Gaiole, home of the family that codified the Chianti blend in the 19th century. Sangiovese-led with a little Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, it is savoury and structured: dark cherry and plum with violet, tobacco and a hint of leather, firm but ripe tannin and the bright acidity of Sangiovese.
Serving: Serve at 15–17 °C.
When to drink
Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 4 vintages of Brolio. Sign up free to see when each one is ready.
Where it comes from
Tuscany, Italy
Tuscany (Toscana) is one of Italy's most iconic wine regions, set in the rolling hills of the country's centre and inseparable from the Sangiovese grape.
Sangiovese
Sangiovese is a red grape and the signature variety of Tuscany, the heart of Italy's most famous reds.
Colorino
Colorino is a red grape from Tuscany in central Italy, prized less as a solo performer than as a supporting player that lends deep pigment to blends.
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- Gran Selezione Colledilà — Barone Ricasoli, Chianti Classico
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Brolio from?
Brolio is produced by Barone Ricasoli in Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy.
What grapes are in Brolio?
Brolio is a blend of Sangiovese and Colorino.