COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Colorino
PRODUCER
Villa Bibbiani
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Villa Bibbiani Chianti Montalbano 2020 is a red wine from the Montalbano sub-region of Tuscany, Italy. The estate boasts a rich history dating back to 767 AD, with its current villa built in the 16th century. The wine is crafted by Villa Bibbiani, a producer committed to creating authentic, territorial wines that respect their origin. The Montalbano sub-zone provides a unique terroir that influences the wine's character. The winemaking process at Villa Bibbiani incorporates gravity-fed systems, reflecting a blend of historical practices and modern techniques.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€17
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Estate history dates back to 767 AD.
Fact 02
Winemaking utilizes gravity-fed systems.
Fact 03
Emphasis on biodiversity and sustainability.
Fact 04
Montalbano is a specific sub-zone of Chianti.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Villa Bibbiani begins with manual grape selection, with grapes harvested by hand into small boxes. The must is introduced to stainless steel tanks via gravity. Vinification occurs at a controlled temperature of 25-28°C, with fermentation and maceration on the skins lasting 15-20 days. Following vinification, the wine is aged for eight months, primarily in 25 hectoliter Slavonian oak barrels and a small percentage in French oak barriques. Some experimental aging in amphorae has also been explored.
