Vallepicciola White

Grand Cru

Our best expression of chardonnay, skilfully conceived and interpreted by the oenologist, is intended to give a 360-degree interpretation of the character of the grape, perfectly integrated in the Chianti Classico zone.

Toscana IGT

Production Area

Castelnuovo Berardenga

Alcohol

14% Vol

Grapes

100% Chardonnay

Serving temperature

10°C

Longevity

8-10 years

Climatic trend

The spring rains allowed the vines to draw on good reserves of water and mineral nutrients during the warmer months. In addition, temperatures dropped considerably at night, with an important temperature range that allowed for regular phenolic development. The bunches brought to the cellar maintained perfect integrity so as to express the great character of the grape variety.

Harvest

Harvested by hand, selecting the best Chardonnay grapes from the Poggione vineyard in the last ten days of August.

Available formats

750 ml

Vineyard

Poggione

Altitude

400 metres above sea level

Soil type

Limestone and clay with presence of marl and limestone

Planting density

5,000 plants per hectare

Training system

Guyot

Vinification

Alcoholic fermentation 50% in cement vats and 50% in tonneaux with batonnage every day for 10 days.

Ageing

Barrique for 12 months with batonnage once a week, second passage.

Bottle ageing

4 months

Total acidity

6,6 g/L

3322

Intense straw yellow colour with golden hues. On the nose notes of apricot, peach, passion fruit and pineapple. On the palate a perfect combination of elegance, richness, fruit and flavour with a sweet vanilla finish. Long persistence.