Fattoria di Valiano (Tenute Piccini)
Chianti Classico 2022
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 95% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot |
| Aging | Aged for 9 months in barrels. |
- Name and vintage: Valiano Chianti Classico 2022, organic, 13.5% vol
- Grape composition: 95% Sangiovese and 5% Merlot, hand-harvested in mid-October
- Vinification: fermentation in steel, maceration for 10-15 days
- Ageing and characteristics: 9 months in barrel; robust structure and soft tannins
- Aromas and pairings: hints of violet and forest fruits; ideal with roasts and game meat
Description
Wine profile
The Valiano Chianti Classico from Fattoria di Valiano is an organic red wine from Tuscany with a harmonious profile, vinified in steel and aged in barrels. This blend of Sangiovese and Merlot presents a deep ruby colour and enveloping aromas. On the nose, it offers intense aromas of violet and forest fruits, interwoven with delicate hints of vanilla and cinnamon. The palate is full, warm and balanced, supported by a velvety tannic texture and a soft, persistent finish that makes it ideal for charcuterie boards, game dishes and pappardelle with wild boar ragù.
Origin
This wine originates from the Valiano vineyards located in Castelnovo Berardenga, near Siena. The vines grow between 200 and 300 metres above sea level, with a north-east exposure that favours steady ripening. The limestone soils, rich in rock fragments, boast excellent natural drainage, which encourages the ideal development of the root system. This particular geology enhances fruit concentration, ensuring the solid structure typical of an authentic Chianti Classico, capable of faithfully reflecting its territory of origin.
How it is produced
The production process begins in mid-October with a careful manual harvest, followed by de-stemming and gentle pressing of the grapes. The must ferments in temperature-controlled steel tanks. Maceration on the skins for about fifteen days, accompanied by frequent pumping over, optimises the extraction of colour and polyphenols, enriching the aromatic profile. The process concludes with nine months of barrel ageing, a crucial step that smoothes the tannins and stabilises the structure, offering impeccable balance and great gustatory clarity.
History and trivia
The Valiano Chianti Classico DOCG 2022 embodies the authentic soul of Castelnuovo Berardenga, in the heart of Tuscany. Produced by the Valiano Estate, this wine remains faithful to the tradition symbolised by the proud Black Rooster. An oenological masterpiece, awarded 91 points by James Suckling, perfect for enhancing your moments of pure conviviality.
Awards
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2022
91/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1995
- Oenologist: Pasquale Presutto
- Hectares: 75
Valiano covers a total area of 230 hectares, 75 of which are vineyards. The vineyards are located at an average height of 350 metres above sea level, with a predominantly South-Western exposure. The soil is composed of clay and skeleton, except for the cru Poggio Teo where sand and skeleton dominate the scene. Read more
| Name | Valiano Chianti Classico 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 95% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Fattoria di Valiano (Tenute Piccini) |
| Story | History and trivia The Valiano Chianti Classico DOCG 2022 embodies the authentic soul of Castelnuovo Berardenga, in the heart of Tuscany. Produced by the Valiano Estate, this wine remains faithful to the tradition symbolised by the proud Black Rooster. An oenological masterpiece, awarded 91 points by James Suckling, perfect for enhancing your moments of pure conviviality. |
| Origin | Castelnovo Berardenga (Tuscany), just a short distance from Siena |
| Soil composition | Rich in limestone and fragmented stone, with excellent natural drainage. |
| Harvest | Mid-October |
| Fermentation | Approximately 10–15 days |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting; gentle destemming and crushing; temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel tanks with skin maceration for 10–15 days and frequent pump-overs; aged for 9 months in casks. |
| Wine making | After the harvest, the grapes are destemmed and gently crushed. Alcoholic fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks, with maceration on the skins for approximately 10–15 days, involving frequent pump-overs to promote optimal extraction of colour and polyphenols, and to achieve greater complexity. |
| Aging | Aged for 9 months in barrels. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |