Le Miccine Chianti Classico 2018
Italy, Chianti Classico
Sangiovese, Malvasia Nera Lunga, Colorino
Description
Ruby red. Nose driven by fresh red fruits, cherry with orange peel and violet notes. Palate is fruit forward with vibrant acidity and mouth watering tannins.
Awards
3 bicchieri Gambero Rosso
95 pts Decanter Points
92 pts James Suckling
Certificates
Alcohol
13.5%
Analytical data
dry
Vinification
Vinification: Destemming and crushing then alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks during 7 to 10 days at temperatures around 28°C. At the end of this fermentation, several tastings determine the duration of the post-maceration. It can last from a few days to several weeks. The wine is then transferred into other stainless steel tanks for the malolactic fermentation.
Vineyard
Soil Type: Schist, calcareous
Viticulture: Organic
Harvest: Hand-harvested in small 10kg crates with selected grapes
Maturation
Aging: 12 to 16 months in 350L French oak barrels or large French oak casks (40hL)
