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RedChiantiDOCG

Monrosso Chianti DOCG

by Castello di Monsanto · Tuscany, Italy

Appellation
ChiantiDOCG
Type
Red
Grapes
Sangiovese, Canaiolo Nero
Alcohol
13.5%
Sweetness
Dry
Colour
Red
Colour depth
Dark
Body
Medium-bodied
Serve at
15–18 °C
Bottled in
0.75 l
Castello di MonsantoTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The fruit comes from Castello di Monsanto’s 25 hectares of vineyards in Chianti Colli Senesi, owned by the estate since 1962.

Grapes

The blend is predominantly Sangiovese, with a small proportion of Canaiolo.

Vinification

Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks cooled with cold water.

Ageing

The wine matures for one year in Slavonian oak barrels.