{"product_id":"marchesi-antinori-peppoli-chianti-classico-2025","title":"Marchesi Antinori Peppoli Chianti Classico 2025","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePèppoli is a Chianti Classico by Marchesi Antinori, created to offer a fruity and lively expression. The result of a \u003cstrong\u003eblend of Sangiovese\u003c\/strong\u003e, Merlot and Syrah, it stands out for its intense ruby red colour. On the nose, it releases notes of cherry and blackberry, enriched by floral hints of violet, balsamic nuances and light toasted undertones. On the palate, it is \u003cstrong\u003evibrant and fresh\u003c\/strong\u003e, with soft tannins that accompany a \u003cstrong\u003epersistent and savoury finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a balanced wine, perfect for pasta dishes with ragù and braised meats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from the Pèppoli estate, located in San Casciano Val di Pesa, just a few kilometres from the renowned Tenuta Tignanello. These lands, historically tended by the Vallombrosan monks since 1379, host \u003cstrong\u003ehillside vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e that benefit from an ideal microclimate. The production philosophy aims to enhance the \u003cstrong\u003eTuscan terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing the fruit to express the authentic characteristics of the area. The careful management of the vineyards by the \u003cstrong\u003eMarchesi Antinori estate\u003c\/strong\u003e preserves the identity of the landscape, highlighting the finesse typical of this region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are harvested and vinified separately to enhance the peculiarities of each variety. After gentle crushing and destemming, the must undergoes \u003cstrong\u003ealcoholic fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature. During maceration, targeted interventions allow for the extraction of \u003cstrong\u003esoft and velvety tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is blended and aged for about nine months in \u003cstrong\u003elarge Slavonian oak casks\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a small portion in barriques, thus achieving impeccable structural harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced since 1985 on the estate of the same name by the \u003cstrong\u003eMarchesi Antinori\u003c\/strong\u003e, this wine has its roots in a history dating back to 1379, when the Vallombrosan monks were already cultivating these lands. On the one hundred hectares located near the Tignanello Estate, the company today combines medieval charm with the production of a fine organic oil and a \u003cstrong\u003eChianti Classico DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e faithful to the most authentic Tuscan tradition. Every glass reveals the true \u003cstrong\u003earomatic expression\u003c\/strong\u003e of Sangiovese, offering a vibrant, fresh and pleasantly balanced tasting experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marchesi Antinori","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47941247729835,"sku":"62711","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-uk\/products\/marchesi-antinori-peppoli-chianti-classico-2025","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}