TEST
2016
Basic Information
Description
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. In the mouth, a lovely freshness and sapidity combine with young and crisp tannins.
Denomination
DOCG
Varieties
100% Sangiovese
Vineyards and terroir
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.
Vinification and aging
Harvest
15.09.2016 - 30.09.2016
Wine analysis
Alcohol: 13,5%; total acidity: 5,2‰
Temperature of fermentation
28-30°
Must contact
Up to 13 days
Maturing
12 months, 2/3 in stainless steel, 1/3 in concrete tanks
Bottle ageing
Few months
First year of production
2013
Ageing potential
Up to 10 years
Tasting notes
Tasting note
Aromas of cherries, raspberries, walnuts and crushed hazelnuts. Medium body, soft and ripe tannins and a beautiful, clean finish.
Perfect with
Salami, cheese, pasta, poultry and grilled meat.
Awards
James Suckling
James Suckling
Falstaff
Othmar Kiem
WinesCritic.com
Raffaele Vecchione