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Primum Chianti Classico DOCG wine — Montecchio winery — Dionysus

Primum Chianti Classico DOCG

by Montecchio · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationChianti ClassicoDOCG
TypeRed
GrapesSangiovese, other red varieties
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthMedium
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Keeps for6–8 years
Bottled in0.75 l
MontecchioTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes for the "Primum" range grow at 300–350 metres above sea level in the heart of the Chianti Classico region. The terroir combines a favourable microclimate, rocky soils and wide temperature differences between day and night.

Grapes

The wine is a blend led by Sangiovese. The producer selects only the finest grapes for the "Primum" range.

Vinification

Traditional vinification.

Ageing

14 months in 25 hl oak barrels.