COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Colorino
PRODUCER
Monteraponi
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Monteraponi Chianti Classico 2022 is produced by Monteraponi in the Chianti Classico DOCG region of Tuscany, Italy. The estate is situated in Radda in Chianti, known for its high-elevation vineyards. The wine is primarily made from Sangiovese, with a small addition of Canaiolo, and potentially Colorino. The Monteraponi estate itself is a historic medieval village dating back to the 10th century. The winery is managed by Michele Braganti and Alessandra Deiana, who focus on traditional winemaking. The high altitude of the vineyards is a key factor in the wine's character. The 2022 vintage has received positive critical recognition.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€33
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Estate is a 10th-century medieval village.
Fact 02
Vineyards are at 400-500 meters altitude.
Fact 03
Certified organic farming practices.
Fact 04
Wine is bottled unfined and unfiltered.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Monteraponi emphasizes traditional methods. Grapes are hand-harvested and fermented in cement tanks, often with native yeasts and without temperature control, followed by a maceration period of about 25 days. The wine then undergoes aging for approximately 16 months in large oak barrels, including used French and Slavonian oak. Some sources mention a final month in cement tanks before bottling. The wine is bottled without fining or filtering, reflecting a commitment to minimal intervention and preserving the wine's natural character.
