Monterotondo
Monterotondo Vaggiolata Chianti Classico
4.3
Expert Rating
3.9
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WINE DESCRIPTION
Monterotondo Vaggiolata Chianti Classico is a traditionalist's Chianti, crafted with dedication by winemaker Saverio Basagni, deeply connected to the land. This wine is made from Sangiovese, Canaiolo, and Malvasia Nera grapes sourced from the Vaggiolata vineyard, which faces southwest and thrives on sandy soils. The winemaking process includes a long maceration followed by a significant aging period of two years in large oak barrels.The result is a nuanced Chianti Classico, rich in fruit and complexity.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Monterotondo Vaggiolata Chianti Classico presents a bouquet of ripe fruit accompanied by roasted notes, with hints of coffee and tobacco evolving into blackberry and forest floor aromas.On the palate, it offers a surprising crispness, fresh and spicy, with well-present tannins that promise a long, clean aromatic persistence.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2027
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Sangiovese
Malvasia Nera
ORIGINS
Winery: Monterotondo
Region: Tuscany
Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions.
Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.CUSTOMER RATING
3.9
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