Nose
This is an all-embracing Sangiovese, with hints of flowers and spices; soft, with velvety tannins and strong innate elegance and freshness.
Growing Conditions
Vineyards: From a single vineyard, Montaperto
Exposure: South/ East
Altitude: 1,150 feet above sea level
Soil: Massiccio del Chianti and Tuscan Galestro
Vine Training: Spurred Cordon
Vine Age: 25-30 years old
Vine Density: 1,820 vines per acre
Harvest
Late September
Yield per Acre: 20-24 ql. per acre
Winemaking
The best Sangiovese grapes are harvested by hand and then sorted at the winery. The grapes undergo vinification in oak barrels.
Carpineta Fantalpino is dedicated to the appreciation of the Sangiovese grape, exalting its quality by selecting only the best grapes from our vineyard
Aging
The wine ages 15 months in tonneaux
Appearance
Intense ruby with purple reflections.
Food Pairing
Pair with red meats, strong cheeses, and lasagna.