‘San Zoveto’ which later became ‘Sangioveto’, was the name commonly used in the past in Chianti for the Sangiovese varietal. Organic Wine

Zone of production: Monti in Chianti (SI)
Location: Argenina
Altitude and orientation: 260-370 m. s.l.m. Sud, S-W
Soil: Clay and limestone rock
Age of vineyard: 27 -29 years old
Training system: Guyot
Plant density per hectare: 5500-6600
Grape varieties: Sangiovese 100%
Vintage notes: The uncertain spring has led to a reduction of yields. The favorable temperatures in July and September favored a perfect maturation of the grapes. Lower yields but good quality.
Harvest period: 16th September – 11th October
Harvest: Hand-picked. The highest quality grapes from the estate’s oldest vineyards
Vinification: Fermentation with autoctonous yeasts. Cap managed with punchdown. Maceration on the skins for 4-5 weeks
Ageing: 12-16 months in barriques of French oak. 6 months minimum of bottle age before release
No. of bottles produced: 4.800
Alcoholic content (%): 14,5
Recommended serving temperature: 64°F (18°C)
Serving suggestions: Ribollita (Tuscan bread, bean, and vegetable soup), pheasant, wild game, and stews. Aged cheeses and chocolate