Fattoria San Giusto a Rentennano
Chianti Classico 2023
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 95% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo Nero |
| Aging | 11 months in oak casks, tonneaux and barriques. |
Description
Chianti Classico DOCG, still organic red wine, 14% ABV, produced by Fattoria San Giusto in Rentennano, Tuscany. 0.75 L bottle, 2023 vintage. A Chianti Classico that embodies the tradition of the area, with grapes hand-harvested in late September. Fermentation and maceration on the skins for approximately 13 days, then aged for 11 months in oak barrels, tonneaux, and barriques. Fresh floral notes, beautiful ripe red fruit, and spicy nuances blend into a vinous, smooth, and lively palate. The finish is characterized by hints of cherry, pepper, and savory notes.
Awards
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2023
4Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2023
93/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2023
93/100
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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2023
93/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2023
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2023
92/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2023
3Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1905
- Oenologist: Attilio Pagli
- Bottles produced: 90.000
- Hectares: 31
| Name | San Giusto a Rentennano Chianti Classico 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 95% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo Nero |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Fattoria San Giusto a Rentennano |
| Harvest | Hand-picked when perfectly ripe. From 26 to 30 September. |
| Production technique | Fermentation and maceration on the skins: 13 days. |
| Wine making | Grapes fermented in enamelled concrete and/or stainless steel vats for around 14 days, during which several repassings and punching-downs are carried out. After racking, the pomace is pressed in a horizontal press and the wine is returned to the press. Malolactic fermentation is favoured by heating the room in which the wines rest. |
| Aging | 11 months in oak casks, tonneaux and barriques. |
| Total acidity | 5.89 gr/L |
| PH | 3.31 |
| Residual sugar | 0.9 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |