Sangiovese
In addition to being the symbol of Tuscany for wine, Sangiovese is the most widespread grape variety in Italy today with almost 72,000 hectares of vineyards. A massive presence justified by the great adaptability of Sangiovese and by enviable organoleptic capacities, perfect for the creation of pure wines or blends of great value. This is the case in which Sangiovese appears in appellations such as Carmignano, Rosso Piceno , Rosso Conero, Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Morellino di Scansano, Sangiovese di Romagna. Today, however, Sangiovese is diversified into many clones, which can be identified in two large groups: Sangiovese Grosso ( Brunello di Montalcino, Prugnolo Gentile di Montepulciano, Sangiovese Grosso di Lamole, Sangiovese Romagnolo) and Sangiovese Piccolo. Sangiovese remains an extremely adaptable grape and capable of acclimating itself to very different pedoclimatic conditions, always guaranteeing the creation of distinctly territorial wines.
With its origins for a long time shrouded in mystery, Sangiovese is today considered, also thanks to the analysis of its DNA, a probably spontaneous cross between Ciliegiolo and a vine from Southern Italy: the Calabrese di Montenuovo. Sangiovese prefers sunny places with a cool and breezy climate, while it becomes expressive if grown on poor soils, rich in skeleton and with a good percentage of limestone. Sangiovese can thus be counted as a gritty and impetuous wine, with marked tannins, a marked acidity, medium body and great concentration. Its versatility provides, in the case of Chianti Classico, for example, a basic version, a Riserva and a Gran Selezione, all suitable for making Sangiovese's response to different ripening periods known. However, the generic notes on the bright ruby red color, the characteristic aromas of cherry, violet, morello cherry, blood orange and ripe red fruit remain valid. It produces ample wines on the palate, with medium or full body, with a pronounced and moderately reduced tannic presence even in the most worked versions, as well as being able to ensure good freshness and aromatic persistence.
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For those who love wine and retain a true passion for Italian wine, Sangiovese is undoubtedly one of the most authentic expressions of the territoriality of the Peninsula. Buying Sangiovese online means first of all knowing its chosen territory, Tuscany, which has been successfully growing this variety for hundreds of years, so much so that it has attracted great public attention both towards the blend and the food and wine tourism that affects many areas of the region. . Another reason to buy Sangiovese is the fact that it is suitable both as a table wine and as a meditation wine: versatile and authentic, capable of reserving many surprises and surprising despite its recognizable identity. In summary: buying Sangiovese online means owning one of the treasures that the world envies the Italy of wine.
What are the Sangiovese varieties?
If we analyze the types of Sangiovese grown in Italy, we realize that under the genetic profile there are some differences that make it possible to place different clones in the same family, i.e. plants that retain a genetic material similar but not identical to the plant of origin. In the case of the famous Sangiovese B-Bs 11 clone we are faced with a selection of Sangiovese that has made the history of Brunello di Montalcino with Biondi Santi. Naturally, the possibility of creating clones by companies, as well as their subsequent registration in the National Register of Varieties, must contemplate the real peculiarity of the clone reared in terms of resistance to diseases and adaptation to the terroir. In the particular case of Tuscany, it seems that the weaknesses of Sangiovese cultivated up to the 70s of the last century had also contributed to the birth of the Super Tuscans, in which the improvement of international blends would have corrected the improper properties of Sangiovese and pushed towards investment in clonal selection.
What is the characteristic flavor of Sangiovese?
The organoleptic recognition of Sangiovese largely depends on a distinct and easily traceable flavor. The characteristic flavor of Sangiovese includes blood orange, violet, cherry, ripe red fruits, but also tomato, licorice and balsamic notes which, combined together, determine a structured palate, with pronounced acidity that gives tension and strength, while gradually releasing hints of green and refreshing notes such as oregano.
Where is the Sangiovese grape grown?
There are many regions where the Sangiovese grape is cultivated and widely spread. These include Tuscany, Marche, Lazio, Emilia-Romagna, while beyond the national borders Sangiovese is grown in Corsica, California, Argentina and Australia.
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG 2018 Pian del Prete
The Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Pian del Prete is a classic example of how a grape variety can integrate perfectly with its territory and its tradition.
Produced 100% from Sangiovese grapes, it comes from a fermentation carried out in thermoregulated stainless steel tanks with prolonged maceration on the skins. We then proceed to the refinement phase which is held in oak barrels for a duration of 36 months, followed by 6 months in the bottle.
In the glass the wine has a ruby red color with garn...
View product pageBrunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018 Fattoria dei Barbi
The Brunello di Montalcino of Fattoria dei Barbi is born in vineyards located between the rolling hills of Montalcino and Scansano, in the heart of Tuscany.
It is produced exclusively with Sangiovese grapes, harvested towards the end of August. After a crushing-destemming, the grapes ferment in barriques at a controlled temperature of 27-28 ° C for about 16-17 days. Subsequently the wine ages in oak barrels for at least 2 years, and for a further 4 months in bottle.
This Brunello is characterized ...
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018 San Polo
This Brunello di Montalcino from San Polo, a winery owned by Marilisa Allegrini located in Montalcino, is made from Sangiovese grapes cultivated in the historic vineyards of the estate situated at about 450 meters of altitude, facing South, Southeast, and Southwest. The soils, characterized by a composition rich in calcium and clay, provide the wine with structure and longevity. The vines, trained on spurred cordon, are rooted in installations dating back to the 1990s and 2000s, ensuring high-qu...
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The Melograni by Teruzzi, a reference reality belonging to the well-known Terra Moretti group, is produced from a selection of Sangiovese and Petit Verdot grapes, both from the Montegonfoli di San Gimignano locality, in the province of Siena. On the label it shows the legendary animal par excellence, the unicorn, often represented with a lion's tail and bipartite hooves.
The grapes are harvested manually with careful selection in the vineyard. The must ferments in truncated conical steel tanks at...
View product pageBrunello di Montalcino DOCG I Capolavori San Giovanni Battista 2018 Cantine Leonardo da Vinci
The Brunello di Montalcino San Giovanni Battista from Cantine da Vinci was born in vineyards located on the hills of Montalcino and is part of the "I Capolavori" line.
The wine is made from 100% Sangiovese grapes. The grapes are vinified in steel tanks at a controlled temperature, with maceration on the skins for 20-25 days. The wine ages in Slavonian oak barrels for at least 30 months, followed by 6 months in the bottle.
In the glass the wine is ruby red with garnet hues. The nose has notes of bl...
View product pageNobile di Montepulciano DOCG Salco 2018 Salcheto
The Nobile di Montepulciano Salco di Salcheto comes from the grapes of the most mature vineyard of the company, from which it takes its name. The winery is located on the Salcheto estate, located in the Sienese municipality of Montepulciano.
It derives from Sangiovese grapes, locally called Prugnolo Gentile, harvested exclusively by hand and slightly overripe. The fermentation in red is followed by an aging of 24 months, of which 30% in barrels and 70% in tonneaux. This is followed by 36 months o...
View product pageNobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2018 Canneto
The Vino Nobile di Montepulciano of the Canneto company is born on the western hills of Montepulciano, near the church of San Biagio. The company was bought in 1987 by a group of friends from Zurich, admirers of Montepulciano wines, who over the years have built a new cellar and new machinery. The company has 30 hectares of vineyards, 16 of which are dedicated to the production of Vino Nobile di Montepulciano.
It is mainly produced with Sangiovese grapes and with Merlot and Cabernet grapes, harve...
View product pageBrunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG Poggio Abate 2018 La Poderina
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva by La Poderina estate of Tenute del Cerro is born in vineyards located on the south-east side of Castelnuovo dell'Abate, in the Sienese municipality of Montalcino.
After the manual harvest follows the fermentation with maceration in steel tanks at a controlled temperature. At the end, a post fermentation maceration refines the tannins and releases more colour. Malolactic fermentation takes place in oak with weekly bâtonnage for about 5 months. A further ageing of 19...
View product pageMontecucco DOC Sangiovese Riserva Poggio Lombrone 2018 Collemassari
The Montecucco Sangiovese Riserva Poggio Lombrone di Collemassari was born in the organically run Castello ColleMassari estate, located on the slopes of Monte Amiata, in the province of Grosseto. It is produced exclusively with Sangiovese grapes, harvested and selected entirely by hand. Fermentation takes place in small truncated cone-shaped wooden dining rooms with long macerations. After the malolactic fermentation carried out in oak barrels, the wine remains in the same containers for 18 mont...
View product pageBrunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva Poggio alle Mura 2018 Banfi
Banfi’s Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio alle Mura is a wine of great elegance, produced with Sangiovese grapes selected internally, coming from the most suitable vineyards of the estate. The soils, characterized by clayey and pebbly sediments, give the wine a solid structure and a distinctive personality.
Fermentation takes place in combined steel and French oak vats, at a controlled temperature. The refinement then continues for at least 30 months, divided between French oak barrels and ba...
View product pageBrunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018 Biondi-Santi Tenuta Greppo
Brunello di Montalcino Biondi-Santi represents a wine masterpiece, combining history and prestige in a refined and complex expression. This excellent interpretation of the famous Tenuta Il Greppo continues to embody the vision of Clemente Santi, founder of a winemaking tradition that has been handed down for over a century, and carries forward an exceptional quality that distinguishes each bottle.
The 2018 vintage was characterized by an averagely cool climate and abundant rainfall throughout the...
View product pageBrunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018 Uccelliera
This Brunello di Montalcino is produced by Podere Uccelliera. The cellar is located on the slope of the Castelnuovo dell'Abate hill overlooking the ancient volcano of Monte Amiata. The company was founded in 1986 by Andrea Cortonesi, the son of local sharecroppers, guided by his vocation for viticulture and his peasant education based on hard work and respect for the land. The vineyards, from predominantly clayey and sandy soils with a strong presence of loose skeleton, are located at an altitud...
View product pageBrunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna Nastagio 2018 Col d'Orcia
The Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Nastagio di Col d'Orcia was born in the vineyard of the same name located in the heart of the municipality of Montalcino.
It is produced exclusively with Sangiovese grapes, harvested only by hand. Fermentation takes place in low and wide stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 28°C for about 18-20 days. Subsequently the wine ages in 5 hl French oak barriques and in oak barrels, followed by 12 months in the bottle.
This Brunello di Montalcino is charact...
View product pageBrunello di Montalcino DOCG Vigna La Casaccia 2018 Canalicchio di Sopra
The Brunello di Montalcino La Casaccia di Canalicchio di Sopra was born in the vineyards of this historic estate, present in Montalcino since the 1960s and which still today represents one of the best excellences of the area.
The 100% Sangiovese grapes are vinified in thermo-controlled steel tanks, with a 25-day maceration on the skins. The refinement lasts 36 months and is kept in Slavonian oak barrels
Ruby red in colour, the nose reveals aromas of ripe red fruits, cherries, spices and delicately...
View product pageBrunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018 Col di Lamo
The Brunello di Montalcino of the Col di Lamo company is born on the hills around Montalcino. The company, all female, extends for about 80 hectares, in which the vineyards follow a certified organic regime.
The grapes of Vigna del Lamo are de-stemmed and vinified with indigenous yeasts, with a long maceration at a controlled temperature and frequent pumping over. Aging takes place in tonneaux and large barrels for a minimum of 2 years.
Intense ruby red color, on the nose there are hints of plum a...
View product pageNobile di Montepulciano DOCG Antica Chiusina 2018 Fattoria del Cerro
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Antica Chiusina of Tenute del Cerro was born in vineyards located in the heart of Montepulciano, an area known for the production of prestigious wines.
It is mainly produced with Sangiovese and Mammolo grapes, harvested entirely by hand. The wine ages for 12 months in French oak barriques and for 6 months in bottle before being released on the market.
It is characterized by an intense red colour of rare depth and refinement. The nose opens with a large fruity bouquet, ...
View product pageBrunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG Adalberto 2018 Caprili
The Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Adalberto from the Caprili winery, owned by the Bartolommei family, present in Montalcino since the beginning of the century and which still today cultivates vineyards in the Podere Caprili, on the southwest slope of the famous Tuscan hill. This Riserva is produced with grapes from the Vigna Madre, with 52-year-old plants.
At the end of the harvest, fermentation with indigenous yeasts takes place and maceration on the skins for 25 days. Before bottling, the wine...
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