The black and gold label of our Chianti Classico pays homage to the nobility and depth of history of our world class terroir and attempts to capture the ‘zeitgeist’ of the 18th Century
GRAPES: 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
PRODUTION AREA: Chianti
VINIFICATION PROCESS: The grapes are crushed and macerate on the skins for 6 hours at 8° C. The temperature is then brought up to a controlled 28° C for fermentation for about 8 days and then a further period of maceration for 10 days.
AGED: The wine is aged on the lees for 2 weeks and then matured for 2 months in steel followed by 6 months in 2nd and 3rd passage tonneaux.
TASTING NOTES: Colour: Ruby red. Aroma: Freshly cut flowers, sweet red berry fruit, tobacco, orange peel and spicy.
GASTRONOMIC PAIRINGS: It pairs perfectly with the flavors of Tuscan tradition, but its versatility makes it suitable for a wide variety of dishes.
SERVING TEMPERATURE: 17 - 19 °C
RESIDUAL SUGAR: - gr/l
TOTAL ACIDITY: - 5.5 g/l
ABV: 13.5%
ALLERGEN INFO: Contains Sulphitte and no other allergens
