Nose
Notes of ripe cherries, cedar and cocoa.
Palate
CHIANTI CLASSICO is a tribute to our terroir. This single-variety winefascinates with its easiness and the ripe cherry notes, one of the typical aromas for Sangiovese.
Medium to full body. Lots of fruit and fine tannins.
Growing Conditions
Vineyards location Castellina and Radda in Chianti
Vineyards elevation and exposure 230 - 400 mt a.s.l.; S-SW exp.
Soils Castellina: loamy soil - Radda: medium textured with rocky skeleton
Climate and microclimate Continental climate, with cool winters (also below 0°C) and very warm summers.
Temperatures can rise above 40°C during the warm season.
Winemaking
Temperature of fermentation 28-30°
Must contact Up to 13 days
Aging
Maturing 12 months, 2/3 in stainless steel, 1/3 in concrete tanks
Bottle ageing Few months
Food Pairing
Ideal with: cold cuts, cheese, pasta, poultry and grilled meats of all kinds.
Our favorite: with pizza margherita with mozzarella di Bufala and fresh basil.
