2024 Fattoria di Sammontana Chianti, Tuscany, Italy Les Capriades Malolactic fermentation following alcoholic fermentation

Malolactic fermentation following alcoholic fermentation in oak barrels

This is a super-ethereal red with a light palate showing characterful varietal character

on schist soils with sandy loam and loam textures

utterly charming and serious at once

2024 Fattoria di Sammontana Chianti, Tuscany, Italy Les Capriades Malolactic fermentation following alcoholic fermentationA classic, young Chianti that is just about as drinkable as they come: fresh, lively and light to medium in body. 90% Sangiovese and about 10% Canaiolo undergo maceration and slow, spontaneous fermentation on its own yeasts in glazed cement tanks with frequent pump overs and punch downs.