Volpaia Chianti Classico

Style:Red

Country:Italy

Region:Tuscany

Bottle Weight:400g

Per Case:6

Vintage:2021

Features:Organic, Vegan, Vegetarian

Variety:Merlot, Sangiovese

Order Code: VOLPCC

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The Chianti Classico label features the Commenda di Sant’Eufrosino, the second of four churches built within Volpaia’s walls. Attributed to the Italian architect and sculptor Michelozzo di Bartolomeo (1396-1472) it was built in 1443 by the Canigiani family who lived in Volpaia, in order that one of their family members could join the Knights of Malta. Deconsecrated in 1932, the church was declared a national monument in 1981. For thirteen years, until 1993, the Commenda housed a renowned art collection. The Commenda is now used for dinners, tastings and other events and its basement contains one of Volpaia’s barrel-ageing cellars.

90% Sangiovese and 10% Merlot from vines planted between 1972 and 2004. All vineyards have light soils consisting of sandstone except Castellino (clay), Santa Maria Novella (clay) and Montanino (sandstone and clay). Planted on slopes between 400-600 metres, south, south-west facing. The wine is matured for 12 months in large casks.

The Chianti Classico has a vivid ruby colour and a strong nose of fresh red fruit with hints of cherry. This is well-structured wine with a fruity finish.