WINES

Chianti Classico

Docg - Organic

Strengthened by the tradition of an ancient land, lulled by the placid Tuscan wind, this Chianti Classico finds its wise expression in a wine with an intense aroma, slightly spicy and pleasant on the palate. A sustainable wine, born from the respect for the exceptional biodiversity of Villa Trasqua through the principles of organic cultivation.

Grape Varieties
Sangiovese 90%, Cabernet Sauvignon 5%, Cabernet Franc 5%.

Vinification
In stainless steel vats at controlled temperature (26/28 °C), with maceration (skin contact) for at least 20/22 days.

Ageing
A minimum of 12 months in large Slavonian oak barrels of 5000 liters. 

Alcohol content
13,5% vol.

Food Pairings
Pasta with meat sauces, roasted white or red meat dishes, fresh pecorino cheese.

Serving temperature
16/18 ° C

Tasting notes
Lively ruby red colour with purple reflections. Nose begins with floral hints of violet and fruity of ripe cherry and raspberry, followed by notes of sweet spices, such as vanilla and liquorice. In the mouth it is fresh with a pleasant tannin which makes it vibrant and dynamic. The flavour on the palate is fruity with aromas of cherry and blood orange. At the closing it is tasty and pleasant.


DATA SHEET

AWARDS

    • 2022
      James Suckling - 94 Pts
      Decanter World Wine Awards - 90 Pts

      2021
      James Suckling - 94 Pts
      Winescritic - 91 Pts
      Falstaff - 94 Pts
      Guida Bio - 4 Foglie
      Merano Winehunter - Red Medal

      2020
      James Suckling - 91 Pts
      Mundus Vini - Grand Gold Medal
      Merano Winehunter - Red Medal
      Falstaff - 90 Pts
      Guida Bio - 4 Foglie

      2019
      James Suckling - 90 Pts
      Mundus Vini - SILVER MEDAL
      Winescritic - 92 Pts
      Falstaff - 92 Pts
      Guida Bio - 4 Foglie
      Decanter World Wine Awards - 88 Pts
      Guida Oro Veronelli - 89 Pts 
      Tony Wood Italian Wine - 92-94 Pts

      2018
      James Suckling - 91 Pts
      Mundus Vini - GOLD MEDAL
      Bibenda - 4 Grappoli
      Guida BIO - 4 foglie
      Merano Winehunter - Red Medal
      Winescritic - 92 Pts
      Falstaff - 91 Pts 
      Decanter World Wine Awards - 86 Pts 
      Guida Oro Veronelli - 86 Pts
      CWSA - The Ultimate Accolade - Bronze Medal
      Wine Advocate - Monica Larner - 88 Pts 
      Tony Wood Italian Wine - 89 Pts

      2017
      James Suckling - 92 Pts
      Winescritic - 92 Pts

      2016
      Falstaff - 92 Pts
      James Suckling – 92 Pts
      Bibenda - 4 grappoli
      Luca Maroni - 96 Pts

      2015
      Bibenda - 4 grappoli
      Luca Maroni – 97 Pts

      2013
      James Suckling - 91 Pts

      2012
      James Suckling – 90 Pts
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