Chianti Classico DOCG 2017 0,75lt - ONLY ITALY/EU

Category: still red wine
Denomination: Chianti Classico DOCG
Area of production: Pievasciata, Castelnuovo Berardenga (SI), IT
Vintage: 2017
Grape variety: Sangiovese 100%
Vineyard altitude: 380-440 meters a.s.l.
Soils: Limestone and clay with presence of galestro and alberese
Planting density: 5,000 vines per hectare
Training system: Spurred cordon and Guyot
Yield: 6.5 tons per hectare.
Vinification: Alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks under controlled temperature, maceration in stainless steel for about 10 days. Malolactic fermentation in oak barrels.
Maturation: 12-14 months in oak barrels (30 - 36 hl). Bottle ageing for 3-5 months
Ageing potential: 10 years
Alcohol by volume: 14%
Serving temperature: 18°-20°C
Tasting notes: Light ruby red in colour, ripe cherry, violets and vanilla notes. Smooth and velvety tannins with a good persistence on the palate.
Bottle format: 0,75 lt
Food pairing: Tuscan cured meats and pecorino cheese, Ribollita and vegetable soups, Tuscan crostini.


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