Chianti DOCG 2016
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Italy
The fruit comes from the hilly provinces of Arezzo and Siena in the Chianti region of Tuscany, grown in layers of clay, lime and schist. After handpicking, grapes are brought to the winery for a traditional vinification that includes pumping over at least four times a day. Thirty percent is aged in 793 - 1321 gallon oak vats prior to bottling.
Harvest Note
2016 began cool and rainy, which led to slightly reduced yields for the season. July saw hot temperatures, with only one rainfall in mid-August to relieve the stress on the vines. The late-ripening Sangiovese took advantage of rain mid-September, which was followed by beautiful weather with good swings in temperature between day and night. Manual harvesting was carried out from mid-September until mid-October.
Tasting Note
Smooth, perfumed red fruit aromas lead to a red, berry and cherry palate with excellent structure and a long, elegant finish.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 75% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 5% Malvasia
APPELLATION: Chianti DOCG
PH: 3.44
ACIDITY: 5.30 g/l
ABV: 12.8%
AGING: 30% for 6 months in oak
Unique Selling Points
- A classically produced Chianti
- 100% handpicked grapes
- Sangiovese’s acidity makes this the perfect pizza and pasta wine.
- A classic Italian wine at an accessible price
The fruit for each Caposaldo wine is hand harvested from low-yielding vineyards in prime growing areas in the classic wine regions of Tuscany, the Veneto and Lombardy.
About the Grape
Sangiovese
Sangiovese has aromas of black cherries with alluring wood, smoke, tar and herbal notes. The best wines made from this grape have incredible complexity, depth, finesse and power.
