IGT Toscana I Sodi di S.Nicolo CASTELLAR

I SODI DI S.NICCOLÒ Toscana IGT
FIRST VINTAGE 1977
TYPOLOGY Red wine of great structure and longevity
VARIETY:85% Sangioveto; 15% Malvasia Nera
VINEYARDSCastellina in Chianti (SI)The standard bearer of Castellare, twice in the Top 100 of Wine Spectator, repeatedly three glasses and five bunches. Pride of the
winery for having been able to demonstrate the greatness of Sangiovese accompanied by Malvasia Nera.
Tasting notes: Intense ruby red in colour and with a great concentration on the nose, thanks to the presence of ripe red fruit that brings back notes of jam, but also spices,
vanilla and liquorice. In the mouth the wine is characterised by a dense and elegant texture, supported by the important acidity of the Sangiovese, the tannins are absolutely
sweet and the finish is long and very persistent. Pairings: excellent with salami and savoury meats, with richly succulent dishes and tasty, mature cheeses. Much
appreciated in combination with Tuscan Pecorino and Parmigiano.
Municipality of production: Castellina in Chianti (SI)
Soil type: limestoneVineyard elevation: 430 m. a.s.l.
Vineyard name: Vigna S. Niccolò
Training system: guyot upside downPlanting density: from 2,700 (old plantings) to 6,000 (new plantings) plants per hectareYield per hectare: 40/45 QlHarvest time: mid-
OctoberWinemaking: in stainless steel tanks
Malolactic fermentation: carried out
Ageing: in 50% new barriques and in bottle
Length of ageing in barriques: from 24 to 30 months