Castello di Monsanto Riserva

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

Castello di Monsanto Riserva

Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. Riserva

An accessible example of the unique style and character of Castello di Monsanto wines. This multi-faceted wine can be enjoyed straight away or left to develop and evolve as the years roll by. It is our most widely produced wine by far, underlining our winery’s belief in Sangiovese, which acquires a strength and energy from our soil that must be patiently awaited. One of the oldest wines in Italy, it appeared on the market in the 1960s and has become an ambassador for the entire denomination around the world.

Designation

Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. Riserva

First year of production

1962

Grape varieties

90% Sangiovese; 10% Canaiolo and Colorino

Training system

Guyot and spurred cordon


Vinification

In temperature controlled truncated conical steel vats with emptying system (Délestage) and pumping over for about 18/20 days.

Maturazione o invecchiamento

In French oak barriques (second passage) for 18 months

Ageing

Six months of bottle aging

Climate trend

2013 was cooler than the previous vintages of 2012 and 2011. Good rain during winter and spring created a good reserve of water and allowed for the vine’s late flowering. July started with high temperatures and the development of vegetation was rebalanced. In August and September average seasonal temperatures brought the grapes to perfect maturation for harvest. During the month of September very good temperature fluctuations between day and night helped the development of a rich bouquet. The harvested grapes were of excellent quality, healthy and rich in aromatic substances and ideal polyphenols.

Castello di Monsanto Riserva