Questo vino
Vineyard and terroir
Conceived as an expression of the Riseccoli estate's terroir.
Grapes
The published composition is 90–100% Sangiovese. Merlot may be included depending on the blend.
Vinification
Sangiovese is fermented separately in temperature-controlled concrete vats. When Merlot is used, it is fermented separately in stainless-steel tanks.
Ageing
The Sangiovese remains in temperature-controlled concrete vats for 12 months. Any Merlot component matures in French barriques before being blended with the Sangiovese.
Technical data
Chianti Classico DOCG, organic. Alcohol: 13.5% vol. Ruby red. Presented in a 750 ml Bordeaux bottle and packed in cases of six.
Serving and pairing
Pair with red meat, mature cheeses or game.
Label / history
Chianti's wine traditions extend back to Etruscan and Roman times. The first documents using Chianti as the name of both a wine-producing area and its wine date to the 13th century and refer to the Lega del Chianti, established in Florence to regulate relations with the districts of Radda, Gaiole and Castellina. The league's emblem was a black rooster on a gold field; the Gallo Nero later became the symbol of the Chianti Classico consortium.
