Fattoria di Valiano (Tenute Piccini)
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lazzaro 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico Gran Selezione |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese |
- Name and vintage: Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2021, Tuscany
- Grape variety: Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot; still organic red wine
- Aromas: dark forest fruits and black cherry, ginger, orange zest, anise
- Taste: fresh and savoury, compact tannins; finish with notes of black pepper, bitter cocoa and liquorice
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour, serve at 18-20 °C; ideal with meat, game and truffle
Description
What kind of wine it is
Valiano Chianti Classico Gran Selezione San Lazzaro is a Tuscan red wine of great character. This structured and elegant blend combines the qualities of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The aromatic bouquet reveals notes of dark berries and morello cherries, enriched by a spiciness of ginger, orange zest and anise. On the palate, it displays freshness and savouriness, supported by dense and precise tannins that lead to a finish of black pepper, bitter cocoa, tobacco and liquorice. The fruit is integrated with delicate hints of vanilla and toasted notes, ensuring a remarkable intensity of flavour.
Where it comes from
The grapes originate from Castelnuovo Berardenga, in the heart of Chianti Classico. The Valiano vineyards stretch at around three hundred and fifty metres above sea level, with a south-west exposure that ensures optimal ripening. The vine roots delve into clay and stony soils, while in the Poggio Teo cru, sand and stones prevail. This complex geological matrix imparts a pronounced savouriness to the wine and gives it a vital energy that defines the authentic profile and unmistakable character of these historic Tuscan hills.
How it is produced
The creation of this Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is the result of rigorous organic and sustainable agriculture. Vinification and ageing in barrels define the wine’s structural texture, ensuring excellent ageing potential. To best express its qualities, it is recommended to decant for one hour and serve at temperatures between 18 and 20 degrees Celsius. Its incisive sip makes it ideal paired with red meats and game, perfectly enhancing truffle dishes, spiced stews and mature cheeses.
History and Curiosities
Since 1995, the Fattoria di Valiano has been cultivating the Tuscan hills, producing excellences such as the 2021 vintage overseen by Pasquale Presutto. Made from vineyards situated at 350 metres above sea level with a south-west exposure, this organic red wine is both sustainable and fully reflects the prestige of the DOCG certification. The value of this Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is demonstrated by the Tre Bicchieri award from Gambero Rosso and the high scores from James Suckling and Decanter, and it boasts an excellent ageing potential of 10-15 years, making it ideal for optimal development in the cellar.
Awards
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2021
93/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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 San Lazzaro 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Fattoria di Valiano (Tenute Piccini) |
| Story | History and Curiosities Since 1995, the Fattoria di Valiano has been cultivating the Tuscan hills, producing excellences such as the 2021 vintage overseen by Pasquale Presutto. Made from vineyards situated at 350 metres above sea level with a south-west exposure, this organic red wine is both sustainable and fully reflects the prestige of the DOCG certification. The value of this Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is demonstrated by the Tre Bicchieri award from Gambero Rosso and the high scores from James Suckling and Decanter, and it boasts an excellent ageing potential of 10 5 years, making it ideal for optimal development in the cellar. |
| Origin | Castelnuovo Berardenga, Italy |
| Soil composition | Clayey and stony (soil skeleton); Poggio Teo cru: sandy and stony |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |