Fattoria di Valiano (Tenute Piccini)
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 6.38 2022
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico Gran Selezione |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 90% Sangiovese, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot |
| Aging | Aged for 18 months in French oak (Sangiovese in casks, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in barriques), followed by 6 months of bottle ageing. |
- Style and alcohol content: Organic red wine DOCG, 14% vol, dry and full-bodied
- Grape composition: 90% Sangiovese grapes with 7% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Merlot
- Aromas: Notes of black cherry and plum, violet, aromatic herbs, spices, ginger and orange zest
- Origin and soil: Castelnuovo Berardenga, 300-350m; clay, sand and stony soils
- Vinification: 15-day maceration; aged for 18 months in oak and 6 months in bottle
Description
What kind of wine it is
Valiano 6.38 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from Fattoria di Valiano is an organic Tuscan red wine, born from a harmonious blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot grapes. This expression of excellence falls within the prestigious Chianti Classico Gran Selezione denomination, offering a dry and structured sip, with a dense and well-integrated tannic texture. The aromatic profile is distinguished by a lively freshness and a rich aromatic complexity. Fermented in steel and aged in wood, this wine reveals a deep elegance, highlighting the strong bond with the characteristics of its territory of origin.
Where it comes from
The cradle of this wine is Castelnuovo Berardenga, in the heart of Chianti Classico in Tuscany, where parcel 6.38 defines the exact extent of the origin cru vineyard. The vines grow at an altitude of between 300 and 350 metres above sea level, benefiting from a south-westerly exposure ideal for optimal ripening. The soil, composed of clay and limestone, enriched with stony fragments and sand, gives the glass a marked mineral freshness and remarkable precision of fruit. This unique terroir reflects the historical heritage of an agricultural estate whose family roots date back to 1821.
How it is produced
Production begins with a rigorous manual harvest, followed by de-stemming and soft pressing of the grapes, which are carefully vinified separately. Fermentation takes place in steel tanks, accompanied by maceration on the skins for fifteen days using pump-overs and délestage to favour perfect extraction. Once the spontaneous malolactic fermentation is finished, the Sangiovese matures in French oak casks, while Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot rest in barriques for a period of eighteen months. The final blend is aged for a further six months in the bottle before expressing its full harmony.
History and facts
The unique name of this wine celebrates the exact size of the vineyard of origin, plot 6.38 in Castelnuovo Berardenga. The estate's ancient roots date back to a family property founded in 1821, which later became part of the Piccini group in 1995. Around the year 2000, this precious area was selected to develop a modern concept of cru, culminating in its international launch in 2015. Crafted under the expert guidance of oenologist Pasquale Presutto, the 2021 vintage of this prestigious red boasts the famous ninety-three points awarded by James Suckling.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1995
- Oenologist: Pasquale Presutto
- Hectares: 75
Valiano covers a total area of 230 hectares, 75 of which are vineyards. The vineyards are located at an average height of 350 metres above sea level, with a predominantly South-Western exposure. The soil is composed of clay and skeleton, except for the cru Poggio Teo where sand and skeleton dominate the scene. Read more
| Name | Valiano Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 6.38 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 90% Sangiovese, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Merlot |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Fattoria di Valiano (Tenute Piccini) |
| Story | History and facts The unique name of this wine celebrates the exact size of the vineyard of origin, plot 6.38 in Castelnuovo Berardenga. The estate's ancient roots date back to a family property founded in 1821, which later became part of the Piccini group in 1995. Around the year 2000, this precious area was selected to develop a modern concept of cru, culminating in its international launch in 2015. Crafted under the expert guidance of oenologist Pasquale Presutto, the 2021 vintage of this prestigious red boasts the famous ninety-three points awarded by James Suckling. |
| Origin | Castelnuovo Berardenga |
| Soil composition | Clay, skeleton, sand and stones |
| Plants per hectare | 4,200 |
| Harvest | Early September (Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon) and early October (Sangiovese) |
| Fermentation | 10–14 days |
| Production technique | Maceration on the skins for approximately 15 days with pump-overs and délestage; spontaneous malolactic fermentation; ageing in French oak (casks and barriques) and subsequent ageing in the bottle. |
| Wine making | Following manual harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and gently crushed, then vinified separately; maceration on the skins for approximately 15 days with pump-overs and délestage, followed by spontaneous malolactic fermentation. Ageing for 18 months in French oak (Sangiovese in casks, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in barriques) and a further 6 months in the bottle. |
| Aging | Aged for 18 months in French oak (Sangiovese in casks, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in barriques), followed by 6 months of bottle ageing. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |