Castello di Monsanto Chianti Classico Chianti Classico D.O.C.G.
Produced from our youngest vines, our Chianti Classico Annata combines readiness and abandon on the palate with the depth that the land of Monsanto gives our wines.
Designation
Chianti Classico D.O.C.G.
First year of production
1990
Grape varieties
90% Sangiovese; 10% Canaiolo and Colorino
Training system
Guyot and spurred cordon
Vinification
In steel truncated conical vats at controlled temperature with emptying system (Délestage) and pumping over for about 18/20 days.
Maturazione o invecchiamento
In 5000 litre Slavonian oak casks for 15 months
Climate trend
In 2002, February and March were characterized by a dry climate with fairly cold temperatures, even if there were no frosts. Modest rainfall followed in April and May, accompanied by a significant rise in temperatures. Flowering was good and occurred in the normal timeframe. The summer months were quite rainy, with medium-high temperatures. In September there were numerous thunderstorms of considerable intensity, alternating with very hot days. The few weeks before harvest helped to increase the quality of this vintage, compared to previous expectations.
