COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Fattoria Poggerino
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Fattoria Poggerino's Chianti Classico Riserva Bugialla 2021 is a 100% Sangiovese from Radda in Chianti, Tuscany. The wine originates from the estate's oldest vines in its highest-altitude vineyard, contributing to its refined character. Founded in 1980 by Floriana Ginori Conti and now managed by her children, Fattoria Poggerino emphasizes quality, tradition, and sustainability, with a focus on authentic terroir expression. The high-elevation vineyards, ranging from 400 to 600 meters, are a distinctive feature of the estate's viticulture.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€55
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are situated at altitudes up to 600 meters, pushing the boundaries for Sangiovese.
Fact 02
The Bugialla vineyard's vines date back to 1973.
Fact 03
Farming practices are certified organic, with biodynamic philosophies integrated.
Fact 04
Fermentation begins using only native yeasts.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Fattoria Poggerino Chianti Classico Riserva Bugialla 2021 begins with a manual harvest in late September. Fermentation occurs in concrete tanks using native yeasts over approximately 55 days, with manual interventions like pump-overs and punch-downs. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in large Slavonian oak casks (20-25 hl), where it ages for 18 months. A minimum of 12 months of bottle aging precedes release. The estate follows certified organic farming practices and integrates biodynamic philosophies.
