Fattoria di Valiano (Tenute Piccini)
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 6.38 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico Gran Selezione |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 90% Sangiovese, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot |
| Aging | 18 months in French oak barrels (10-20 hl) for Sangiovese, 18 months in barriques for Cabernet and Merlot, followed by 6 months in bottle |
Description
What kind of wine it is
Valiano 6.38 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is an organic red wine produced by Valiano. This elegant blend harmonises Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, offering a dry and well-bodied sip. On the nose, complex notes of wild berries, aromatic herbs, delicate spices, ginger and orange zest emerge. On the palate, it impresses with its dense and juicy tannic structure, balanced by a pleasant freshness. The finish is long and clean, revealing hints of black pepper and bitter cocoa, giving depth and persistence.
Where it comes from
The wine comes from Castelnuovo Berardenga, in the heart of Chianti Classico. The organic vineyards, situated at an altitude of around 350 metres with a south-west exposure, ensure optimal ripening of the grapes. The soil composition in the cru Poggio Teo, characterised by clay, stones, sand and rocks, gives the wine remarkable fruit precision and a solid structure. Every stage of viticulture is managed with a focus on environmental sustainability.
How it is produced
Following manual harvesting, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are picked at the beginning of September, while Sangiovese is harvested in October. The grapes are destemmed, gently pressed and vinified separately. Maceration on the skins lasts for about fifteen days, with pumping over and délestage for optimal extraction, followed by spontaneous malolactic fermentation. Ageing lasts eighteen months: the Sangiovese matures in French oak barrels, while the other grapes also rest in wooden barrels. A further period in the bottle allows the wine to reach its full expressive harmony.
History and Curiosities
The Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 6.38 from Fattoria di Valiano takes its name from the size of the original vineyard in Castelnuovo Berardenga. This organic red wine is made from hand-picked grapes and aged for eighteen months in fine oak. The 2021 vintage, awarded 93 points by James Suckling, offers a structured glass capable of evolving over time. Thanks to the guidance of oenologist Pasquale Presutto, it is ideal for accompanying rich and flavourful dishes.
Awards
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2021
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.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1995
- Oenologist: Pasquale Presutto
- Hectares: 75
Valiano covers a total area of 230 hectares, 75 of which are vineyards. The vineyards are located at an average height of 350 metres above sea level, with a predominantly South-Western exposure. The soil is composed of clay and skeleton, except for the cru Poggio Teo where sand and skeleton dominate the scene. Read more
| Name | Valiano Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 6.38 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 90% Sangiovese, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Fattoria di Valiano (Tenute Piccini) |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 6.38 from Fattoria di Valiano takes its name from the size of the original vineyard in Castelnuovo Berardenga. This organic red wine is made from hand-picked grapes and aged for eighteen months in fine oak. The 2021 vintage, awarded 93 points by James Suckling, offers a structured glass capable of evolving over time. Thanks to the guidance of oenologist Pasquale Presutto, it is ideal for accompanying rich and flavourful dishes. |
| Origin | Castelnuovo Berardenga |
| Soil composition | Predominantly clay soil, mixed with coarse fragments |
| Plants per hectare | 4200 |
| Harvest | Early September (Merlot and Cabernet) and early October (Sangiovese) |
| Production technique | Maceration on the skins (about 15 days, with pumping over and délestage) |
| Wine making | After harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and gently crushed. This is followed by maceration on the skins for about 15 days, with frequent pump-overs and délestage. Finally, spontaneous malolactic fermentation takes place. |
| Aging | 18 months in French oak barrels (10-20 hl) for Sangiovese, 18 months in barriques for Cabernet and Merlot, followed by 6 months in bottle |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |