About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
The vineyards lie in the hills of Montepulciano, where a favourable climate, refreshing breezes from the lakes and the presence of Mount Amiata shape the growing conditions. The soils are clay and fine sand with marine Pliocene deposits, on which the grapes ripen slowly. The mild microclimate, moderate temperatures through the year and the influence of the nearby lakes of Montepulciano, Chiusi and Trasimeno allow gradual ripening and the full range of aromas and flavours.
The vines are 20–25 years old and yield around 8 tonnes per hectare. Planting density is 4,400 rootstocks per hectare, which helps the bunches develop evenly.
Grapes
Made from ripe Sangiovese with a small amount of other local red varieties.
Vinification
Traditional fermentation on the skins lasts 12–15 days. The bunches are selected with care in the winery.
Ageing
The wine is aged in barrels for around 6 months. A gentle malolactic fermentation takes place during this time.
Tasting profile
Warm, inviting and well balanced, with a velvety texture and structure. The text speaks of depth and nuance of terroir and a distinctive character.
Label / history
Gattavecchi is a Montepulciano winemaking family, in its fourth generation. In 1944 the winery was destroyed in a bombing and was rebuilt through the efforts of Valentine Gattavecchi. The Simonetti-Baroncelli cellars and vineyards, which belonged to monks of the "Padri Servit" monastery as far back as the 12th century, were also restored. The estate is now run by Valentine's children, Luca, Jonato and Daniella, with their mother, Gianna.
