DOCG Chianti Classico
Grapes variety: 95% Sangiovese, 5% complementary red grapes from the Estate
Vinification: Fermentation at a controlled temperature with a maximum of 28°C and maceration for 15 days with frequent pumping over and fulling
Fining: in French oak barrels of medium capacity (33 hl) for minimum 18 months, followed by a 4 months refining in bottles
Tasting: Ruby red colour with purplish reflexes, intense scent, rich in flavours of red mature fruits such as cherry and blackberry blended with floral notes. The taste is harmonic and with a great balance, good structure, sapid, with oak striations, a fine and sweet tannic component and pleasant hints of red fruits.
Typology: Chianti Classico DOCG
Grapes varieties: Sangiovese and complementary red grapes from the estate
Alcohol: 13,50% vol
Production area: Greve in Chianti
Soil: Prevalence of limestone
Harvesting: By hand, average grapes/hectare quantity: 65 quintals
Vinification: Fermentation at a controlled temperature with a maximum of 28°C and a maceration period of 15 days with frequent pumping over and fulling
Fining: Obtained in French oak barrels of medium capacity for minimum 18 months, followed by a 4 months refining in bottles
First vintage: 1924
Average annual production: 120.000 bottles
Coupling: Tuscan appetizers, red meat, main courses based on meat, game
Suggested serving temperature: 16-18 °C
Available sizes: 375ml – 750 ml – 1,5 lt – 3 lt