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Sanvito Chianti DOCG wine — Castellani winery — Dionysus
RedChiantiDOCG

Sanvito Chianti DOCG

by Castellani · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationChiantiDOCG
TypeRed
GrapesSangiovese, Ciliegiolo, Canaiolo Nero
Alcohol12.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
CastellaniTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes grow on slopes in the Chianti area, on sandy, clay and limestone soils.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness, carefully sorted, destemmed and gently pressed. The whole process takes place in stainless steel tanks, to preserve freshness and the bright varietal character of the grapes. Fermentation on the skins lasts about 12 days at a controlled 20–25 °C, after which the must is drawn off. Malolactic fermentation follows.

Ageing

After malolactic fermentation the wine is cold-stabilised and matured on fine lees until spring, when it is bottled.

Label / history

Bottling and labelling are carried out at the winery.