Castello di Meleto - Meleto Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. - Tuscany - Red Wine

Castello di Meleto - In Gaiole in Chianti since 1256

The land of Castello di Meleto extend around the medieval town for about 2,470 acres: of these 300 are reserved for growing grapes. Sangiovese is the main varietal used in the production of the Chianti Classico DOCG. Other varietals planted in the '80s include Merlot and Cabernet, but since the late 90s there has been a process of replanting aimed at enhancing the traditional heritage of grapes in Tuscany, also introducing some white varieties such as Vermentino.

Castello di Meleto - Meleto Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. - Tuscany - Red Wine

Fruit of the selection of the best hand-harvested grapes, coming from the five sub-areas of Casi, Meleto, Poggiarso, Moci and San Piero. The result is the combination that best encapsulates the soul of Meleto, the variety of its soils and microclimates and the magnificent complexity of the area's main grape variety: Sangiovese.

Uve

95 % Sangiovese, 5 % Merlot

Vineyards

Casi, Meleto, Poggiarso, Moci, San Piero

Planting Year

Between 1970 and 2000

Land

Alberese, clay, galestro

Density per Ha

3,500 / 5,000 strains

Yield per Ha

60 quintals of grapes

Vineyard Area

Gaiole in Chianti sub-area Meleto, Poggiarso and Casi

Average Altitude

420 mt

Refinement

Refinement lasts 21/24 months and takes place half in 30 hL Slavonian oak barrels and the other half in 50 hL French oak barrels

Color

Ruby red with reflections tending to garnet with aging. It has attractive aromas of violet, cherry and berries, combined with pleasant spicy notes. It is round and velvety, very elegant and supported by thick and non-aggressive tannins. Long persistence and intensity finish

Pairing

Perfect to accompany first courses with meat and game sauce, it is ideal in combination with aged cheeses typical of the Tuscan gastronomic tradition such as pecorino

Serving Temperature

18 ° C

Press

Civilization of drinking gold medal

Vinous 93 points