2018 Chianti Classico DOCG “Roccialta”

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2018 Chianti Classico DOCG “Roccialta”

Background : Azienda Uggiano was originally founded by a group of Begamo merchants with a passion for Tuscany wines and was inspired by Giuseppe Losapio, a French wine expert.
In 1976, the vineyard was built in San Vincenzo a Torri, a village in the heart of Tuscany, surrounded by monasteries, churches and country houses.
There are more than a dozen DoCs of Vin Santo in Tuscany, but the most important are Vin Santo del Chianti, Vin Santo del Chianti Classico and Vin S. in 1997, 1995 and 1996 Anto di Montepulciano.
Vineyards : 250-300 meters above sea level. The vineyards of Azienda Uggiano extend to the slopes of Montereupo Fliorentino and San Casciano Val di Pesa. Since 1976, the cellar has been located in San Vincenzo a Torri, near the Pisa River, and is a wonderful testimony to the Tuscany past and tradition
Grape Variety : 90% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo
Region Of Origin : Tuscana
Color : Deep ruby red color
Palate : the wine is harmonious and dry, the soft tannin and moderate acidity contribute to the structure of this Tuscan treasure.
Aroma : The fragrant bouquet is dominated by violet, cherry and blackberry.
Winemaking : After crushing, grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks by selected yeasts. Fermentation’s temperature is contained within 28-30°C and the must is pumped over its skins twice a day to draw coloring substances and tannins. After 10-15 days the wine is separated from the dregs to prevent solubilisations of bitter tannins.
Ageing : Aged in big oak casks of 30-60 HL for 6-8 months. Storage in stainless steel tanks until bottling and after bottling, refining in bottle for at least 6 months.
Alcohol : 13 %
Food Pairing : Savoury first courses, grilled meats and game.
Awards :

1.90 points Luc Maroni (Italian Wine Critic)

2.Gold Medal- Gilbert & Gaillard 2020

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