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A Sofia Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG

by Terreno · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationChianti ClassicoDOCG
TypeRed
GrapesSangiovese
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at18–20 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
TerrenoTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Sangiovese grows on well-drained sandy soils in Chianti Classico.

Vinification

The grapes are picked by hand at optimal ripeness and placed in small trays. Fermentation with natural yeasts and skin maceration take place in open 10 hl vessels, chosen for optimal oxygen exposure. Pump-overs are done manually.

Ageing

The wine ages for 30 months in a single 30 hl oak barrel, then rests at least one year in bottle.

Tasting profile

A rich wine.

Label / history

The 2019 vintage was released in a limited production of 4,000 bottles.