COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Barone Ricasoli SPA
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Ceniprimo 2019 is a Gran Selezione Chianti Classico DOCG produced by Barone Ricasoli from a single vineyard. The wine originates from the Ceniprimo vineyard, characterized by its ancient river terrace soil composed of silty deposits, clay, and limestone, situated at 300 meters altitude with a south-west aspect. Barone Ricasoli, with a history dating back to 1141, is dedicated to highlighting the distinctiveness of Sangiovese from specific vineyard sites through its 'cru' project. The 2019 vintage marked a commitment to using indigenous yeasts for the flagship Ricasoli wines, including Ceniprimo, reflecting a respect for the territory and the purity of the grape.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€55
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyard planted in 1998 on an ancient river terrace.
Fact 02
First vintage exclusively using indigenous yeasts for flagship Ricasoli wines.
Fact 03
A Gran Selezione Chianti Classico DOCG.
Fact 04
Aged for 22 months in 500-liter tonneaux.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Ceniprimo 2019 is produced from hand-picked grapes harvested on October 12, 2019. Fermentation takes place at 24-27°C with daily punching down for 14-16 days, utilizing indigenous yeasts for the first time for the flagship Ricasoli wines. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging for 22 months in 500-liter tonneaux, with 30% new and 70% second passage. The wine was bottled on March 7, 2022.
