Castello di Farnetella Chianti Colli Senesi DOCG, 2017

Made predominantly from Sangiovese grapes, quality-selected in Farnetella, in the commune of Sinalunga, southeast of Siena and northwest of Montepulciano. The vineyards are almost all southwest-facing, sited on a well – exposed and – ventilated bench, at elevations of between 220 and 560 metres. The soils are layered sand and silt, with some presence of clay, and larger percentages of rock and limestone.

Denomination: Chianti Colli Senesi Docg

Varietal: Sangiovese, Merlot.

Ageing: 8-12 months of maturarion in small, medium and large oak, followed by 3 months in the bottle.

Sensory profile: Rich ruby red with purplish highlights. Fruity on the nose, with aromas of wild red berryfruit and notes of anise and sweet liquorice (classic to the Sangiovese of this area), well melded into subtle nuances of spice. Velvety mouthfeel, with a finish laced with aromatic fruit and delicate vanilla.