Antinori's Chianti Classico DOCG Pèppoli 2019 is born from Sangiovese (90%), Merlot and Syrah (10%) grapes vinified separately in stainless steel. The vineyards of origin are located within the Tenuta Pèppoli which extends for 100 hectares (50 of which are vineyards), 5 kilometres from the prestigious Tenuta Tignanello, in the heart of the Chianti Classico area. Alcoholic fermentation took place at a temperature between 26° C and 28° C with a maceration on the skins of about 7 days for the Sangiovese and 12-15 days for the other varieties. After blending, carried out after malolactic fermentation, the wine rested for about 9 months in large Slavonian oak barrels and, for a small part, in barriques and stainless steel vats.

CHIANTI CLASSICO PÈPPOLI ANTINORI: TASTING

The Chianti Classico DOCG Pèppoli by Antinori shines in the glass with a ruby red colour with purple reflections. On the nose, it expresses floral scents of violets and pulpy aromas of morello cherry and red fruit combined with light balsamic notes and sweet spices. The taste is soft, enhanced by a smooth tannic texture that is combined with a pleasant flavour and a docile trail of freshness. At the table, it goes well with cured meats and semi-aged cheeses but also with land recipes based on red meats or game.