The Chianti Classico Petrignano di Dievole for the year 2019 has been decreed "Best Red Wine of Italy" by Gambero Rosso. It is produced from 100% Sangiovese grapes, the expression of the most renowned estate vineyards. The reference vines are trained in Guyot style on limestone soils with abundant skeleton, at an altitude of about 335 meters above sea level. During red vinification, alcoholic fermentation took place for 14-15 days in raw concrete vats of 75 hectoliters at a maximum temperature of 28°C. Aging was done for 13 months in untoasted French oak barrels of 41 hectoliters, plus an additional 3 months in the bottle.

CHIANTI CLASSICO PETRIGNANO DIEVOLE: THE TASTING

The Chianti Classico Petrignano di Dievole presents an intense ruby red color. On the nose, it releases scents of ripe cherries and wild berries, intertwining with floral hints of violet and notes of balsamic herbs and dark spices. The palate is elegant and velvety, supported by finely polished tannins and a long and exciting fruity and spicy finish. It pairs well with aged cheeses as well as tasty land-based recipes with red meats or game.