Colombaio di Cencio
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Gaiole Montelodoli 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico Gran Selezione |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | Aged for approximately 24 months in used 500-litre tonneaux and large casks, followed by around 6 months in bottle. |
- Name and grapes: Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG, 100% organic Sangiovese
- Origin: Montelodoli, Gaiole in Chianti (Tuscany); altitude 480 m, south-facing
- Vinification: hand-picked; at least 50% whole bunch; fermentation in stainless steel
- Ageing: 24 months in used tonneaux and large casks, followed by 6 months in bottle
- Tasting and scores: notes of red fruits and spices, persistent finish; 94 points James Suckling
Description
What kind of wine it is
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Gaiole Montelodoli from Colombaio di Cencio is a still red wine that expresses the authentic soul of Sangiovese. Produced from vineyards cultivated using organic farming, it stands out for its intense and well-structured sensory profile. To the eye, it displays a deep, brilliant ruby red colour. On the nose, it reveals pronounced notes of red fruits and spices, enhanced by mineral nuances and delicate toasted hints. On the palate, it impresses with its harmonious structure and enveloping sip, characterised by crisp fruit and a long, persistent finish.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in the heart of Tuscany, in the renowned Montelodoli area of Gaiole in Chianti, within the historic Chianti Classico production zone. The vineyards grow at an altitude of 480 metres, benefiting from optimal southern exposure. The soil is rich in stones with a significant clay component, shaping the identity of the terroir. This geological composition is essential for achieving the perfect balance between freshness and tannic texture, giving the glass extraordinary consistency of flavour.
How it is produced
Production begins with an exclusively manual harvest carried out between the end of September and the beginning of October. Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and involves partial whole bunch fermentation. Towards the end of alcoholic fermentation, the wine is racked and pressed to complete the transformation process. Maturation continues for about twenty-four months in used tonneaux and large oak casks, followed by a further six months of bottle ageing, which helps to perfectly integrate the wood and preserve the aromatic integrity.
History and Curiosities
The Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Gaiole Montelodoli encapsulates the most authentic essence of Colombaio di Cencio. This pure Sangiovese, born in Gaiole in Chianti from vineyards cultivated using organic farming, skilfully blends innovation and tradition. A proud representative of the Black Rooster DOCG symbol, the wine expresses a primal flavour capable of stirring emotions. The excellence of the 2021 vintage is confirmed by 94 points from James Suckling and three Veronelli stars, establishing it as a true masterpiece of Tuscan winemaking.
Awards
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2021
94/100
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.
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2021
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Oenologist: Manuel Pieri
- Bottles produced: 250.000
- Hectares: 25
As a result, he transformed a rural cottage surrounded by woods into a winery where tradition and modernity coexist peacefully.
The vineyards are divided into three distinct areas within the municipality of Gaiole in Chianti: Cornia, Montelodoli, and Vinci.
The differences between these areas are due to the pedoclimatic characteristics of the areas as well as the type of grapes grown.
The differences between these areas are due to the pedoclimatic features of the areas as well as the type of grapes grown. Sangiovese, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Grigio, are grown in Localita' Cornia Colombaio di Cencio. The winery grows Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, and Merlot in Località Montelodoli, but only Sangiovese in Località Vinci. Read more
| Name | Colombaio di Cencio Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Gaiole Montelodoli 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Colombaio di Cencio |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Gaiole Montelodoli encapsulates the most authentic essence of Colombaio di Cencio. This pure Sangiovese, born in Gaiole in Chianti from vineyards cultivated using organic farming, skilfully blends innovation and tradition. A proud representative of the Black Rooster DOCG symbol, the wine expresses a primal flavour capable of stirring emotions. The excellence of the 2021 vintage is confirmed by 94 points from James Suckling and three Veronelli stars, establishing it as a true masterpiece of Tuscan winemaking. |
| Origin | Località Montelodoli, Gaiole in Chianti (Toscana) |
| Soil composition | Rich in coarse fragments with a strong clay component |
| Harvest | Late September - early October |
| Production technique | Manual harvest; fermentation with at least 50% whole bunch in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature; ageing for about 24 months in used tonneaux and large casks, then about 6 months in bottle |
| Wine making | After careful selection in the vineyard and exclusively manual harvesting, the grapes are transported to the winery in small crates and vinified with fermentation using at least 50% whole bunches in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; near the end of alcoholic fermentation, the wine is racked and pressed to complete fermentation. This is followed by ageing for about 24 months in used 500-litre tonneaux and large casks, then around 6 months in bottle. |
| Aging | Aged for approximately 24 months in used 500-litre tonneaux and large casks, followed by around 6 months in bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |