An accessible example of the unique style and character of Castello di Monsanto wines. This multi-faceted wine can be enjoyed straight away or left to develop and evolve as the years roll by. It is our most widely produced wine by far, underlining our winery’s belief in Sangiovese, which acquires a strength and energy from our soil that must be patiently awaited. One of the oldest wines in Italy, it appeared on the market in the 1960s and has become an ambassador for the entire denomination around the world.

Designation
Chianti Classico D.O.C.G. Riserva

First year of production
1962

Grape varieties
90% Sangiovese; 10% Canaiolo and Colorino

Training system
Guyot and spurred cordon

Vinification
In temperature controlled truncated conical steel vats with emptying system (Délestage) and pumping over for about 18/20 days.

Maturazione o invecchiamento
One part aged in 3800 litre oak casks and the other in second passage tonneaux for around18 months

Ageing
Six months of bottle aging