Rocca di Castagnoli Chianti Classico “Gran Selezione”

Stielle hill is one of the historical areas of Sangiovese grape production. Evidence of vine cultivation dates back to deeds deposited by former owners in 1153. The aspect and typical Chianti soil make it a very suitable area. The terrain’s brightness, ventilation and high-ground location, along with a selection of old Sangiovese clones native to the area, complete its special suitability for Grand Cru production.

• APPELLATION

  Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG

• GRAPE VARIETY

  100% Sangiovese

• VINEYARD 

  Stielle

• SOIL

  Medium-textured and rich in skeleton typical of the area: predominantly Alberese with limestone veins.

• HARVEST

  Second half of October

• VINIFICATION

  Maceration at a temperature of about 24°C for 12/20 days, fermentation is carried out with native yeasts, malolactic fermentation in steel, and aging for at least 18 months in tonneaux and large barrels; assembly in large barrels and further maturation for 4 months. Then at least 12 months of bottle aging.

• SENSORY PROFILE

  Clear hints of small ripe red berries. The spicy and balsamic notes due to the passage in wood are well-integrated, leaving space to the characteristic features of Sangiovese. On the palate it is full-bodied and potent with good acidity and enveloping, crunchy tannins that make the wine elegant and easy to drink. Fresh, lingering finish. The wine undergoes very wide filtration: this can lead to a natural sediment in the bottle that does not affect the wine’s sensory profile.

• PAIRINGS

  Steak Florentine, game, roasts and mature cheeses.

• SERVING TEMPERATURE

  16°C

Stielle Gran Selezione – Rocca di Castagnoli – Tenute Calì