San Felice Chianti Classico DOCG is made from indigenous grapes and matured in Slavonian oak barrels for 10 to 12 months. Strongly typical, it is an excellently structured wine with a distinct personality and surprising elegance.
Tasting Notes.: Ruby red color. The nose opens with an intense fruity bouquet, in which elegant hints of plum, blackberry and raspberry stand out. Full-bodied on the palate, with velvety tannic texture and excellent persistence.
Pairings: Excellent with roasted red meat, it is also ideal with aged cheeses.
Name | San Felice Chianti Classico 2020 Double Magnum |
Type | Still red |
Classification | DOCG Chianti Classico |
Year | 2020 |
Format | 3.0 l Double Magnum in wooden case |
Grade alcohol | 13.00% by volume |
Grape varieties | 10% Colorino, 80% Sangiovese |
Country |
Italy
|
Region | Tuscany |
Location | Castelnuovo Berardenga (SI) |
Climate | Altitude: 350/400 m. a.s.l. |
Soil composition. | Medium-textured and rich in skeleton. Prevalence of clays of calcareous-marly origin, originating from the disintegration of the Albarese and Galestro and resting on rocks such as the Monte Morello Formation or the Chianti Macigno. Small extensions also on alluvial soils rich in sand and silt. |
Breeding system | Guyot and spurred cordon |
Harvest | September 07 to September 30. |
Vinification | Maceration for 8-10 days at a temperature of 28-30 °C. Malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. |
Aging | Maturation in Slavonian oak barrels for 10-12 months. Aging in bottle for 2 months. |
Total acidity | 5.30 gr/L |
Residual sugars | 2.00 gr/L |
Production vintage | 400,000 bottles |
Allergens | Contains sulfites |
Matching | Chianti Classico is best served with appetizers, well-flavored pasta dishes, red meats and medium-aged cheeses. |