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Appellation: Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2017

Grapes: 100% Sangiovese.

Vineyards: New planting vineyards with an average density of 5,500 plants per hectare. Located at an altitude of 300 meters s.l.m. facing South- South/West.

Training system: Spurred cordon

Soil type: Medium-textured soil with presence stratified sands alternating with shales, stony alluvial origin mixed with limestone.

Winemaking: From a selection of the best grapes harvested from the company on September 15 and October 27, carefully de-stemmed grapes are vinified in modern stainless steel tanks, with maceration on the skins for a median duration of 25-30 days at a temperature of about 26 ° Celsius. On completion of fermentation, the wine carries on malolactic fermentation, is then transferred to new French oak barrels where it remains for about 30 months. On completion of the aging process the blend is done with a further selection of the very best barriques, before a further aging bottle of 6 months.

Tasting notes: Light ruby red color. Complex bouquet that superbly includes spicy, tobacco, undergrouth and balsamic notes, accompained by hints of ripe wild berries. On the palate it is soft and fresh, the tannin is well present, harmonious and of good power. The full and intense flavor gives a very pleasant persistence.

Alcohol: 14,5%

Numbered bottles: 10067