Chianti Classico, Villa Pagliaia – DOCG
Tuscany | Italy
Ripe plum and cherry aromas lead to a bright palate of redcurrant and bramble, supported by fresh acidity and supple tannins.
About the Producer
Chainti Classico DOCG. The grapes come from the estate’s own 350-400m altitude vineyards in the Chianti Classico zone, near Castelnuovo Berardenga. The vines are on average 25 years old, and planted in rocky clay soil. Fermentation and maceration on the skins lasts for 8-10 days (at 28-30ºC) followed by malolactic fermentation in stainless steel.
Ageing
Matured in Slavonian oak casks for 10-12 months.
Food Pairing
A good match for spicy pasta dishes, sausages and red meat.
£16.00
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Fun Fact
The black rooster of Chianti has symbolized the Chianti Classico zone since the early 13th century. Although no one seems to know for sure how or why this evolved.
Chianti Classico, Villa Pagliaia – DOCG
Details
| Place of Origin | Tuscany, Italy |
|---|---|
| Size & ABV | 75.0cl |
| Grape Variety | Sangiovese, Merlot |
| Vegan? | No |
