Castello di Monsanto Chianti Classico

Castello di Monsanto Chianti Classico Chianti Classico D.O.C.G.

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.

Castello di Monsanto Chianti Classico