Chianti


 

DOCG
AREA OF ORIGIN: Tuscany.
PEDOCLIMATIC ENVIRONMENT: Hilly areas not exceeding an elevation of 700 metres and soil made of arenaceous, calcareous, marly substrata, clayey shale and sand.
GRAPE VARIETIES: Between 75% and 100% Sangiovese , up to 10% Canaiolo Nero.
COLOUR: Bright ruby red verging on garnet red when aged.
CHARACTERISTICS: Wine with a generous fruity and floral bouquet which includes hints of morello cherry and violet; a dry, round flavour.
GASTRONOMIC COMBINATIONS: This wine is a particularly suitable accompaniment to roasts, grilled meat and hearty soups.
SERVING TEMPERATURE: Serve at a temperature of 18°-20° C.
WINEMAKING: In red, with 7-8 days steeping on the skins in stainless steel tanks.
BOTTLE: Bordeaux 750 ml
CAPSULE: Bordeaux Red P.V.C. with side writing