CHIANTI CLASSICO CASTELLO DI MONSANTO 2022 DESCRIPTION
- The Chianti Classico of Castello di Monsanto is born in the small village of Monsanto not far from San Geminiano. The Castle dates back to more or less the mid
- eighteenth century and represents an important piece of prestige that adds to the quality of the work and the attention to detail of the Bianchi family who have managed the annexed cellar since the 1960s. Aldo Bianchi fell madly in love with the green landscape of the Collina del Poggio and decided to work this land to produce quality and refined wine. The work was continued by his son Fabrizio and his wife Giuliana who were able to make the tradition their own, making some fundamental changes such as planting new vineyards, with an eye to the future and the generations that will come after them.
- The Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Colorino grapes of the Chianti Classico of Castello di Monsanto grow in vineyards located between 280 and 320 meters above sea level, surrounded by a rich and luxuriant flora that allows for an important and varied biodiversity for a biological harmony that is fundamental for the good growth of the grapes. The vineyard in question is Poggio, a vineyard used in 1962 for the first harvest of the winery and is in fact the only one to show the design of the majestic historic castle on the label. Once the harvest is complete, the bunches arrive in the cellar where the vinification begins in steel vats with systematic pumping over for about 20/22 days; it ages in oak barrels for 18/20 months.
- The color of the Chianti Classico di Castello di Monsanto is an intense ruby red with bright reflections. On the nose, there are hints of blackberry, cherry with a flowery finish characterized by rose and violet; on the palate it is harmonious, expressive and enveloping with a good presence of tannins and a final flavor that balances and balances the general structure for an interesting drink. It pairs perfectly with dishes based on traditional Tuscan cuts of red meat cooked on the grill and first courses with sauces based on autumn vegetables. Excellent for romantic evenings in front of the fireplace, sipping the fruit of a long and calibrated refinement in the glass.
