COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Istine
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Istine Chianti Classico is a red wine from Tuscany, Italy, primarily made from 100% Sangiovese grapes. The Istine winery, founded by the Fronti family with Angela Fronti at the helm, is located in Radda in Chianti. Their vineyards are situated at high altitudes, ranging from 480 to 600 meters above sea level, on soils composed of Alberese and Galestro. The estate is certified organic and follows natural, non-interventionist farming practices. This approach allows the unique characteristics of the vineyard sites to be expressed in the wine.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€28
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are organically certified.
Fact 02
Fermentation uses only indigenous yeasts.
Fact 03
Aging occurs in large Slavonian oak barrels.
Fact 04
High-altitude vineyards contribute to wine's freshness.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Istine Chianti Classico is produced from 100% Sangiovese grapes. The grapes are fermented in concrete tanks using indigenous yeasts, with maceration on the skins lasting between 15 to 45 days, often employing submerged cap techniques. Malolactic fermentation occurs in concrete tanks or stainless steel. The wine is then aged for about 12 months in large Slavonian oak barrels (botti grandi) and concrete vats. The estate's vineyards are certified organic and managed with natural, non-interventionist practices.
