| Climate |
Altitude: 310 - 345 m. a.s.l. Exposure: North and West. |
| Soil composition |
HIlly area, rich in skeleton. |
| Yield per hectare |
3,500 kg/hectare for the Colorino grapes; 5,000 kg/hectare for the Merlot. |
| Harvest |
Between late September and mid-October for the two varieties. |
| Vinification |
Alcoholic fermentation, which took place separately for the two varieties, lasted about 15 days at an average temperature of 28°C in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. This was followed by maceration on the skins for 15 days with frequent pumping over and punching-down. |
| Ageing |
Immediately after racking, the wine underwent malolactic fermentation in new and second-passage Allier and Tronçais barriques, aged for about 18 months. After blending the lots and a short rest, the wine was bottled and further refined in the bottle. |
| Pairing |
This wine deserves a meal worthy of its richness and complexity. It can be perfectly paired with main courses of lamb or game. It is also excellent with duck or beef pâté. |
| On offer |
Price Ruffino Romitorio di Santedame Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019 € 50.52
ex VAT
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