We constantly return with terrific satisfaction to the hills of Chianti Classico, among the Italian districts that is not just performing the most direct and mindful development, however likewise among those locations where it is possible to discover white wines at a definitely excellent quality/price ratio, and frequently unarrivable. Today we do it in a truth that is definitely not little, however animated by the desire and commitment of young interpreters of the Chianti location, who have clear concepts and a head on their shoulders: the Cantina Viticcio in Greve in Chianti.
Viticcio Winery
Established in 1965, Cantina Viticcio is a distinguished Tuscan winery that has actually made the production of high quality white wines its objective. Found in the expressive areas of Chianti Classico and Maremma, this winery is established on extensive worths of regard for the land and for the wine making custom. Its history is defined by a consistent dedication to cultivating exceptional quality grapes, embracing sustainable and eco-friendly farming practices.
From the preliminary 60 hectares of the residential or commercial property it has actually now grown to 120, in which we attempt to represent the most frank and genuine soul of these areas.
At the very same time, we commit ourselves with the very same enthusiasm to the production of natural Bonus Virgin Olive Oil and thoroughly handle a farmhouse immersed in the common landscapes of Tuscany.
Through making use of biodynamic (8 hectares considering that 2003) and natural (whole production considering that 2013) growing methods, the business is dedicated to protecting the fertility of the soil and making sure the health of the surrounding environments. This attention to sustainability is shown in every stage of the production procedure, from the vineyard to the cellar, where the grapes are chosen through 3 sorting stages.
From Chianti Classico to Maremma, we attempt to protect the common ranges of the location, to likewise honor all those worldwide ranges that have actually taken hold, and to likewise uncover ranges that are gradually drawing in a growing number of interest, such as Foglia Tonda.
In addition to producing premium white wines, Viticcio is likewise dedicated to promoting sustainability and development in the red wine market. Through targeted tasks and efforts, the winery intends to influence red wine fans from all over the world and add to the conservation of Tuscany’s red wine heritage for future generations.
Production and improvement
Unlike other business that strictly state 100% Sangiovese, here we have a little balance of Red wine (5%): we value the option to state it honestly on the label without standing there to conceal behind ineffective fundamentalisms (which often rather betray options that are then diametrically opposed ). There is no wink at internationality … you merely make vineyard options, and the bottle thanks you. We remain in the Greve location and the grapes are naturally collected independently provided the distinction in ripening of the grapes: early September for the Red wine, late for Sangiovese. The vines lie in between 230 and 400 meters above water level with south-southwest and north direct exposure, a planting density in between 4000 and 7000 vines per hectare, with websites on soils that tend to be clayey and calcareous due to the existence of Alberese rock and Colombino. As soon as fermentation has actually happened in steel for around 15 days, the white wines rest for 1 year in little wood and after that invest another year in big Slavonian barrels. Production stands at 70,000 bottles a year and the vineyards are handled naturally.
The Tasting
Ruby red with a garnet core, outstanding vigor and significant chromatic density. It has convincing and compact motions in the glass, exposing a discreet product concentration.
The nose is frank, frank, delicately spicy, in which totally ripe red and black fruit take spotlight, decorated with blood notes, seepages of graphite, and a more autumnal shade of dry leaves. An olfactory photo still marked on freshness, which nevertheless does not do not have more sophisticated and sometimes crepuscular elements, hence manifesting chiaroscuro of terrific appeal and viewpoint.
On the taste buds it is extremely constant with what is revealed on the nose, with a penetrating level of acidity, outstanding assistance for drinking, however with some recurring stridency that still reveals adequate margin for development. The tannic skeleton is currently rather fixed, delicious, and with a somewhat bitter surface, suitable for revealing itself totally at the table, with indisputable flexibility.
The fragrant photo is clear, with darker concepts than those revealed on the nose, in which the licorice root and black pepper tend to mask the fruity part, which just appears later on, more noticable on a ripe plum. There is no lack of balsamic tips and iodine touches, that make the sip broad and gratifying.
Pairings
We see it on a swine prepared for a long period of time in herbs and spices, in order to boost its wild character, to tone down the beauty of the red wine and supply the best counterbalance to the acidic and vibrant taste of the sip.
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