VINSANTO CHIANTI CLASSICO DOC
Varietals: 90% Trebbiano, 5% Sangiovese and 5% Malvasia
Vineyard: Meleto and S.Piero, located at 400 meters above sea level
Year vineyard planted: between 1972 and 1974
Vines per hectare: 3.500 /5.000
Yield per hectare: 6 tons (trebbiano and Malvasia) and 5 tons (sangiovese)
Training method: Guyot
Grape harvest and withering: Harvesting and selection of grapes by hand. Natural withering of the grapes is done in well-ventilated rooms.
Vinification: the fermentation and aging take place in mixed wood casks, sealed and kept in rooms with varying seasonal temperatures. “Caratelli” are filled up 70%.
Aging: 4-5 years in wood casks
Tasting Notes
Amber with typical hints of dried fruits, honey, apricot, notes of vanilla and spices. Full and velvety, great structure and roundness. Long and persistent finish with a hint of well-balanced acidity.
