Chiara Condello
Predappio Sangiovese Riserva Le Lucciole 2023
| Denomination | DOC Romagna Sangiovese Predappio Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Emilia-Romagna (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | Ageing in 35-hectolitre Slavonian oak casks |
- Type and area: Organic red Riserva DOC, produced on the hills of Predappio in Emilia-Romagna
- Grape variety: Exclusively Sangiovese grapes, with an intense, structured, deep and persistent profile
- Terrain: Predappio hills between 150 and 300 metres, calcareous-clay soils enriched with Spungone
- Winemaking: Spontaneous fermentation in wood with indigenous yeasts, 25-45 days maceration
- Ageing and awards: Matured in Slavonian oak. Awarded "Tre Bicchieri" by Gambero Rosso
Description
What type of wine it is
Le Lucciole by Chiara Condello is an organic red made from Sangiovese, an authentic expression of Romagna Sangiovese Predappio Riserva. On the palate, it is intense and structured, characterised by a deep mouthful and remarkable persistence. The sensory profile reveals an excellent balance, supported by a dense and firm texture. Its aromatic breadth perfectly accompanies meat-based cuisine, naturally enhancing dishes based on red meats, pork recipes and savoury mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
The vines grow on the Predappio hills, in Emilia-Romagna, at an altitude between 150 and 300 metres. The vineyards, trained using the spurred cordon method, enjoy the natural protection offered by a dense neighbouring wood. The calcareous-clay soil is poor but rich in ancient Pliocene sandstones of marine origin, known locally as Spungone. This peculiar geological matrix gives the bunches a distinct minerality, defining a clear territorial footprint consistent with the area’s identity.
How it is produced
The production process begins with a rigorous manual harvest, followed by spontaneous fermentation in wooden vats, activated exclusively by indigenous yeasts. Extraction takes place through a long maceration on the skins, ranging from twenty-five to forty-five days, an essential phase for defining the wine’s structure. Ageing continues slowly in Slavonian oak barrels to encourage development and harmony over time. It is recommended to decant the wine for about an hour before serving.
History and trivia
The organic Sangiovese Riserva created by Chiara Condello tells the authentic story of the soul of the Predappio hills. Born on the characteristic calcareous-clay soils of the Spungone, this wine reflects the philosophy of stripping away the superfluous to enhance the uniqueness of the Romagna land. Awarded the prestigious Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso, it is embellished with an artistic watercolour label that expresses a perfect harmony between oenological excellence and refined aesthetics, in a limited run of 35,000 bottles.
Tasting notes
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Oenologist: Chiara Condello
- Bottles produced: 35.000
- Hectares: 6
A Sangiovese that returns exactly my ideas of winemaking. I have chosen a little piece of land close to a forest, in the heart of the appellation Predappio, in between 150 and 300 meters above sea level. Here the vines are deeply rooted in a poor calcareous-clay soil which is rich in pliocenic sandstones called Spungone. Here 3 million years ago there was a sea, and from here I started working to produce a wine that is the expression of this uniqueness. Read more
| Name | Chiara Condello Le Lucciole Sangiovese Riserva 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Romagna DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Emilia-Romagna |
| Vendor | Chiara Condello |
| Story | History and trivia The organic Sangiovese Riserva created by Chiara Condello tells the authentic story of the soul of the Predappio hills. Born on the characteristic calcareous-clay soils of the Spungone, this wine reflects the philosophy of stripping away the superfluous to enhance the uniqueness of the Romagna land. Awarded the prestigious Tre Bicchieri from Gambero Rosso, it is embellished with an artistic watercolour label that expresses a perfect harmony between oenological excellence and refined aesthetics, in a limited run of 35,000 bottles. |
| Origin | Predappio Hills, Emilia-Romagna, Italy |
| Soil composition | Poor calcareous-clay soil, rich in Pliocene sandstones of marine origin (Spungone) |
| Cultivation system | Spurred cordon |
| Plants per hectare | 5,500 |
| Production technique | Spontaneous fermentation in wood; maceration for 25-45 days; ageing in 35-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels. |
| Wine making | Spontaneous fermentation in wooden vats with indigenous yeasts; maceration on the skins for 25–45 days; ageing in 35-hectolitre Slavonian oak barrels. |
| Aging | Ageing in 35-hectolitre Slavonian oak casks |
| Year production | 35000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |