COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Fattoria Poggerino
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Chianti Classico Nuovo from Fattoria Poggerino is a 100% Sangiovese from Radda in Chianti, Tuscany. The wine's name, 'Nuovo,' is a dual reference to its 'new' style and its aging in concrete 'eggs' (uovo), a technique that avoids wood influence. Fattoria Poggerino is a family estate dedicated to organic and holistic farming practices, aiming to capture the authentic essence of the Sangiovese grape and the Radda in Chianti terroir. The vineyards are located at high altitudes on rocky soils, contributing to the wine's distinctive character.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€44
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Nuovo' in the name is a playful double meaning: 'new' and 'egg' (uovo).
Fact 02
Aging exclusively in concrete eggs preserves the grape's natural character.
Fact 03
Vineyards are certified organic, emphasizing natural biodiversity.
Fact 04
The estate is situated at high altitudes for Tuscany.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Chianti Classico Nuovo begins with a meticulous manual harvest. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks using indigenous yeasts, with alcoholic fermentation taking place at 28-30°C. Maceration and fermentation are completed in concrete tanks over approximately 35 days, with pumpovers and manual punchdowns. The wine then undergoes 12 months of aging in concrete eggs, followed by a minimum of 8 months of bottle aging before sale. This approach avoids the use of wood, emphasizing the purity of the Sangiovese grape.
