COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Ricasoli
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Roncicone 2019 is a Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG from Ricasoli, a single-vineyard wine made from 100% Sangiovese. It originates from the Roncicone vineyard, identified through extensive soil analysis by Francesco Ricasoli. The vineyard's soil composition, featuring marine deposits and fossils, contributes to the wine's distinct character. Ricasoli is one of Italy's oldest wine estates, with a history stretching back to 1141, and is known for its commitment to scientific vineyard mapping and clonal selection.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€155
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Roncicone is one of three 'cru' sites identified by Ricasoli through soil analysis.
Fact 02
The vineyard soil is rich in marine fossils and lignite.
Fact 03
Ricasoli estate dates back to 1141, making it one of Italy's oldest.
Fact 04
Bettino Ricasoli is credited with the modern Chianti Classico recipe.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Roncicone 2019 is produced from 100% Sangiovese grapes harvested by hand on September 27, 2019. Fermentation takes place at 24-27°C with daily punch-downs for 14-16 days. The wine then undergoes aging for 22 months in 500-liter tonneaux, with 30% new oak and 70% second passage. The vineyard was planted between 1998-2000 at an elevation of 320 meters with a south-east exposure.
