Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva “Tenuta Perano” 2020 – Frescobaldi

The grapes were harvested at optimum maturity and were vinified maintaining the maximum The hand-harvested grapes were picked at optimum maturity and carefully selected. Fermentation took place in temperature controlled stainless steel vats with frequent ‘pigeage’ or cap punch-downs allow for the desired levels of polyphenolic extraction, determining typicity in the colour and structure of this Chianti Classico Riserva. Prolonged maturation for 24 months in 20 to 80 hectolitre casks contributed to the structural intensity of this wine. Further bottle ageing took place, prior to release.

The grapes are grown on the steep hillsides of Gaiole with a gradient of 15 to 20 degrees, up to 500 metres above sea level. The vines are planted with a southern exposure, in an amphitheatre shaped vineyard which helps to maximise the exposure to the sun and concentrates the heat onto the vines. The topography and altitude help to keep the vines ventilated with the Tramontana wind which blows from the north during the night, and daytime breezes approaching from the south. The climate provides warm, dry summers with marked temperature differences in September, which helps to extend the ripening period and concentrate the fruit flavours, while retaining balancing acidity. The soil is notable for its rich stone content and is free draining.