Chianti Classico is the product with which the company tries to create the union between the young owners' passion for wine and the tradition that binds the Gallo Nero brand to the Castellina in Chianti area. Thanks to an accurate graphic work it was possible to obtain a triptych that expresses the great link between wine and territory.
DENOMINATION: Chianti Classico DOCG
PRODUCTION AREA: Castellina In Chianti
GRAPES: Sangiovese 90%, Canaiolo 5%, Colorino 5%
CULTIVATION: Guyot
SOIL: medium-textured, predominantly clay
ALTITUDE: 300 meters above sea level
AGE OF VINEYARD: 1998
COLOR: bright ruby red
BOUQUET: Vinous with spicy notes and fruity scents from which notes of raspberry are evident.
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 13-13.5% vol
VINIFICATION: in steel
DURATION OF FERMENTATION: 18/20 days
AGING: 10 months in 10/15 Hl Italian and Slavonian oak barrels
REFINING IN BOTTLE: at least 6 months
BOTTLES PRODUCED: 10 000
TASTE: Thanks to the harmony of the tannins, combined with the delicate complexity of the aromas and the final note of sweetness, it gives a sensation in the mouth of perfect balance. The spicy notes that refer to pepper are evident, while the raspberry note is even more evident. A well-structured wine with persistent tones.
PAIRING: A very versatile wine that prefers typical of the great Tuscan cuisine. Grilled red meats, steak, fresh or aged cheeses such as pecorino.
