Haurio - Chianti Colli Senesi

Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita

San Giovese is the typical Tuscan grape and our vineyards are his best expression. The use of the barrels makes it softer and a little spicy

Wine Production Area

Hills of the borough of San Gimignano – height 300 metres above sea level

Wine Grapes

Sangiovese 90% - Canaiolo 10%

Typology of the soil

Pliocene origin, medium texture, widespread clayey soil

Growth and cultivation system

Guyot and spur-pruned vines with 6-8 buds. Density 5.000 vines per
hectare, yield not higher than 70 quintals grapes per hectare, green pruning
hectare, yield not higher than 70 quintals grapes per hectare, green pruning

Harvest

Manual, in small crates of 15/20 Kg capacity, in order to preserve the integrity of the cluster until the
transfer to the cellar

Vinification

The vinification takes place at a controlled temperature and begins with a cold maceration of the grapes for 2 days in order to extract the fruity aromas. It is followed by the alcoholic fermentation at a controlled temperature of 26-28°C for about 7 days in stainless steel tanks

Ageing and refining

After the malolactic fermentation, the 50% of the wine is aged in 2500L oak barrels for 6 months and the remaining 50% in steel. After that the wine is assembled and bottled where it rests for at least 6 months

Color

Intense ruby red

Perfume

Ripe fruit, plum, tobacco, spices, sweet toasted hints

Flavour

Good and balanced structure, soft tannin components, great fruit and remarkable persistence

Tasting temperature

18° C

Pairing

Red grilled meat, soups, boiled meat, cold cuts, seasoned cheese

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