COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Barone Ricasoli SPA
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
CeniPrimo Ricasoli 2020 is a Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione from Barone Ricasoli SPA, a producer with a winemaking history dating back to 1141. This wine originates from the specific CeniPrimo vineyard in the Gaiole in Chianti sub-region of Tuscany, known for its unique soil composition of clay, limestone, and silty deposits. The 2020 vintage experienced a dry and hot growing season, with late rains contributing to grape ripeness. The wine's distinct character is attributed to its single-vineyard origin and the specific terroir of the Arbia valley.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€65
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
This wine is a 'Cru' selection, meaning it comes from a single, specific vineyard site.
Fact 02
The Ricasoli estate has been making wine for over 870 years.
Fact 03
Baron Bettino Ricasoli is credited with creating the original Chianti wine formula.
Fact 04
The vineyard sits on ancient river terrace deposits.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The CeniPrimo Ricasoli 2020 wine underwent fermentation in stainless steel truncated conical vats, with daily punching down for 14-16 days to extract color and tannins. Following fermentation, the wine was aged for 22 months in 500-liter tonneaux, comprising 30% new and 70% second-passage barrels. The grapes were hand-harvested on September 27, 2020. The winemaking process aims to express the unique terroir of the CeniPrimo vineyard and the varietal character of Sangiovese.
