| Order Notes
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Wine available in limited quantity. Purchase limited to a few bottles per customer
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| Description |
The company's historic wine, produced from 1971 to 1981 as Chianti Classico Montevertine and since 1982, following its exit from the Chianti Classico Consortium, simply as Montevertine. From selected Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Colorino grapes, it matures for two years in Slavonian and Allier oak barrels.
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| Grapes |
90% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo and 5% Colorino |
| Vinification and refinement |
Alcoholic fermentation: in concrete tanks for approximately 25 days
Malolactic fermentation: in concrete tanks
Ageing: 12 months in barriques, 12 months in Slavonian oak barrels and approximately 3 months in bottle |
| Origin |
Tuscany - Radda in Chianti |
| Color |
Bright ruby red color. |
| Perfume |
Aromas of red berry fruit, with a hint of vegetal and liquorice. |
| Taste |
Powerful, enveloping, fresh sip. It unfolds with balance and elegance on fruity and spicy notes and on a notable tannic texture. It closes long and harmonious. |
| Graduation |
13.0% Vol. |
| Serving temperature |
16-18% |
| Food pairings |
Cured meats, grilled meats, first courses, stews, stewed fish |
| Additional Notes and Allergens
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Contains Sulphites
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