Cantine Leonardo da Vinci
Capolavori Chianti Riserva Vergine delle Rocce 2023
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 5% Altri vitigni autoctoni ed internazionali |
| Aging | After racking, the wine was kept in stainless steel to complete malolactic fermentation, then matured for 10 months in French and American oak barriques. |
- Name and vintage: Leonardo da Vinci Vergine delle Rocce 2023, still red wine from Tuscany
- Grape composition: 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 5% other selected red varieties
- Oak maturation: 10 months in French and American oak barriques
- Aromas and flavour: notes of cherry, vanilla and cinnamon; delicate tannins and a persistent finish
- Temperature and pairings: serve at 18°C, decant for 1 hour; ideal with ragù and grilled meats
Description
What type of wine is it
The Capolavori Chianti Riserva Vergine delle Rocce by Leonardo da Vinci is a red wine that elegantly interprets the character of Tuscany. This blend of Sangiovese and Merlot, combined with other red grapes, reveals a deep purple-red colour in the glass. Its olfactory profile offers clear cherry aromas perfectly integrated with spicy hints of vanilla and cinnamon, while on the palate it reveals an elegant and well-structured texture, with soft tannins that accompany the tasting towards a long and persistent finish. Aged in oak barrels, it is a satisfying red, ideal for pairing with rich pasta dishes with meat ragù and grilled meats.
Where it comes from
The grapes destined for this Chianti Riserva grow on the hills of Vinci, Cerreto Guidi and neighbouring areas, at an altitude of between forty and one hundred and thirty metres. The vineyards enjoy excellent exposure, mainly south-facing. The roots sink into Pliocene alluvial deposits, soils particularly rich in fossil shells.
How it is produced
The harvest takes place between late September and early October, selecting only the bunches that have reached full ripeness for the Chianti Riserva. In the cellar, temperature-controlled fermentation takes place at around twenty-eight degrees, with maceration on the skins for twelve days necessary to extract colour and structure. The wine then completes malolactic fermentation in steel tanks. Finally, it rests for ten months in French and American oak barrels, a meticulous ageing period that defines its spicy notes and the roundness of the sip.
History and facts
The Chianti Riserva Vergine delle Rocce from Cantine Leonardo da Vinci is an authentic tribute to the Tuscan territory and its history. The wine is inspired by Leonardo's famous Renaissance masterpiece, presenting itself as a noble and genuine work. This wine is born from the winery's passion and was conceived not only to be savoured in its finest Riserva version, but also to be displayed and admired, combining the charm of the narrative with the mysteries of a story that stirs emotions and reaches the heart.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1961
- Oenologist: Riccardo Pucci
- Bottles produced: 5.000.000
- Hectares: 750
The original headquarters, restructured and enlarged, are still the operative centre today. The winery is situated in the borough of Vinci, just 5 kilometres from the birthplace of the world famous artist and inventor Leonardo.
The co-operative takes its name from the great man, paying homage to the mind of the man who was universally recognised as a genius and to emphasise its deep-rooted bond with the territory, the same bond which Leonardo felt and whose surname is specifically associated with the village where he was born on 15 April 1452.
Today, Cantine Leonardo da Vinci is a pioneering co-operative, innovative and modern, which relies on the work and grape production of its 160 members. Read more
| Name | Leonardo da Vinci Capolavori Chianti Riserva Vergine delle Rocce 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Chianti DOCG |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 5% Altri vitigni autoctoni ed internazionali |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Cantine Leonardo da Vinci |
| Story | History and facts The Chianti Riserva Vergine delle Rocce from Cantine Leonardo da Vinci is an authentic tribute to the Tuscan territory and its history. The wine is inspired by Leonardo's famous Renaissance masterpiece, presenting itself as a noble and genuine work. This wine is born from the winery's passion and was conceived not only to be savoured in its finest Riserva version, but also to be displayed and admired, combining the charm of the narrative with the mysteries of a story that stirs emotions and reaches the heart. |
| Origin | Hilly areas of Vinci, Cerreto Guidi and neighbouring municipalities |
| Soil composition | Pliocene alluvial deposits, rich in shells |
| Cultivation system | Mainly Guyot, but also spurred cordon and, for the older vineyards, Tuscan bow |
| Harvest | Between 20 September and 10 October |
| Fermentation temperature | 28–29°C |
| Fermentation | About 10 2 days |
| Production technique | Temperature-controlled fermentation with skin maceration (10–12 days), malolactic fermentation in stainless steel, and ageing in French and American oak barriques for 10 months |
| Wine making | The fully ripened grapes were left in contact with the skins for approximately 10–12 days; fermentation took place at a controlled temperature of 27–28 °C. After racking, the wine was kept in stainless steel to complete malolactic fermentation, then matured for 10 months in French and American oak barriques. |
| Aging | After racking, the wine was kept in stainless steel to complete malolactic fermentation, then matured for 10 months in French and American oak barriques. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |