San Felice
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Poggio Rosso 2019
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico Gran Selezione |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 80% Sangiovese, 10% Colorino |
| Aging | 70% of the mass matures in oak barrels (33 hl) for 36 months, while the remaining 30% matures in French oak barriques. Aged in bottle for 15 months. |
Description
What kind of wine it is
San Felice Poggio Rosso is a still red wine that deeply embodies the soul of its native land. It is made from a blend of Sangiovese, Colorino and Pugnitello grapes. Produced as a Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, it offers a highly complex sensory experience. Visually, it presents an intense ruby red hue, enriched with garnet reflections. On the palate, the fullness of the body merges with noble, silky tannins, balanced by a pleasant freshness. Its significant structure makes it the ideal companion for elaborate dishes, roasted meats, game and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from Castelnuovo Berardenga, specifically from the historic Poggio Rosso vineyard of San Felice. The rows, situated at around four hundred metres above sea level, are cultivated using Guyot and spur cordon methods on medium-textured soils rich in stones. The soil composition features calcareous-marl clays originating from Alberese and Galestro, resting on the Monte Morello formation, with some sandy areas of alluvial origin. This geological mosaic gives the wine a varied agronomic profile, ensuring an impeccable balance between aromatic intensity and structural finesse.
How it is produced
Production begins with fermentation in contact with the skins for twenty-five days, aimed at optimally extracting colour. After malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks, which preserves the fragrance of the primary aromas, the wine undergoes a long period of ageing in oak barrels and barriques for thirty-six months, followed by further rest in the bottle. The result is a broad aromatic bouquet where notes of plum, blackberry, sweet tobacco and spices stand out. On the palate, elegant hints of dark chocolate and roasted coffee can be distinguished, completing a persistent and refined sip.
History and Curiosities
The renowned Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Poggio Rosso originates from the vineyard of the same name located in Castelnuovo Berardenga, the beating heart of the San Felice estate since 1968. Produced from clones selected at the end of the 1970s, this sumptuous red blends Sangiovese, Colorino and a touch of Pugnitello into a creation of rare elegance. Crafted for extraordinary longevity, the wine matures for 36 months between large oak casks and barriques and 15 months in the bottle. A true Tuscan gem that captivates with its silky tannins and enveloping notes of ripe fruit.
Awards
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2019
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.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1968
- Oenologist: Leonardo Bellaccini
- Hectares: 188
Our winemaker, Leonardo Bellaccini, has pioneered many unique practices. Importantly he sees distinctive characteristics in each of San Felice’s undulating slopes and he treats each vine within the vineyard individually. Having identified five macro-areas Leonardo and his team has planted the grape varieties which thrive in the specific geography and soil. Read more
| Name | San Felice Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Poggio Rosso 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 80% Sangiovese, 10% Colorino |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | San Felice |
| Story | History and Curiosities The renowned Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Poggio Rosso originates from the vineyard of the same name located in Castelnuovo Berardenga, the beating heart of the San Felice estate since 1968. Produced from clones selected at the end of the 1970s, this sumptuous red blends Sangiovese, Colorino and a touch of Pugnitello into a creation of rare elegance. Crafted for extraordinary longevity, the wine matures for 36 months between large oak casks and barriques and 15 months in the bottle. A true Tuscan gem that captivates with its silky tannins and enveloping notes of ripe fruit. |
| Origin | Castelnuovo Berardenga (SI) |
| Soil composition | Medium-textured and rich in rock fragments; prevalence of calcareous-marly clays (from Alberese and Galestro) on the Monte Morello formation; small extensions on alluvial soils rich in sand and silt. |
| Cultivation system | Guyot and spur cordon |
| Harvest | Sangiovese and Colorino: 24-26 September; Pugnitello: 2-3 October |
| Fermentation temperature | 28 °C |
| Fermentation | 25 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation in contact with the skins for 25 days at 28°C; malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks; ageing for 36 months in oak barrels and barriques, followed by bottle ageing |
| Wine making | Fermentation in contact with the skins for 25 days at a temperature of 28°C. Malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. |
| Aging | 70% of the mass matures in oak barrels (33 hl) for 36 months, while the remaining 30% matures in French oak barriques. Aged in bottle for 15 months. |
| Total acidity | 5.6 gr/L |
| Residual sugar | 2.2 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |