Red wine · Chianti DOCG
Chianti
By Martoccia · Tuscany, Italy
Chianti DOCG from Azienda Agricola Martoccia (Brunelli Luca), in Montalcino, Tuscany. Predominantly Sangiovese, vinified in stainless steel: true ruby colour, violet and red-fruit nose, vibrant and fresh palate with a fruity finish.
13 % volABV
Chianti DOCGAppellation
SangioveseGrape variety
RedColour
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ITasting notes
Profileindicative profile, typical of a Chianti DOCG
Body
LightPowerful
Tannins
SuppleTannic
Acidity
LowBright
Sweetness
DrySweet
Aromatic intensity
SubtleIntense
Tasting
Appearance
True ruby red.
Nose
Intense: a typical violet note, aromas of red fruit, cherry and plum.
Palate
Vibrant and fresh, fruity, with a pleasant, lingering finish.
Aromas
VioletRed fruitCherryPlumSpice
Pairings
CharcuteriePasta with tomato sauceWhite meatsFresh cheeses
IIMaking & terroir
- Terroir
- Montalcino (Tuscany) — south-west-facing slopes, ~250 m, stony soils
- Grape varieties
- Predominantly Sangiovese (≈80 %), Canaiolo, Mammolo
- Winemaking
- Hand-harvested, stainless steel tanks, ~15 days' maceration at 30 °C
- Maturation
- Stainless steel tank, then bottle ageing for up to 3 months
IIIThe producer
Founded in 1964 by the Brunelli family in Montalcino, Azienda Agricola Martoccia (Luca Brunelli) farms ~10 ha under de facto organic practices. Renowned for its Brunello, the estate also produces this Chianti DOCG made predominantly from Sangiovese.
VSpecifications
- Origin
- Tuscany, Italy
- Format
- 75 cl bottle
- Packaging
- Case of 6
- Storage
- Away from light and heat
- Reference
- VIN-006
Information
- Colour
- Red
- Grape variety
- Sangiovese (predominant), Canaiolo, Mammolo
- Appellation
- Chianti DOCG
- ABV
- 13 % vol
- Serving temperature
- 16–18 °C
- Cellaring potential
- 2 to 3 years
The wine