Antinori Pèppoli Chianti Classico

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Antinori Pèppoli Chianti Classico

Appellation: Chianti Classico DOCG

Region: Tuscany, Italy

Vintage: 2023

Style: Red

Grapes: Sangiovese and a small amount of other permitted varieties.

Vinification: Each grape variety was harvested separately, destemmed, gently crushed, and transferred into stainless steel tanks. Alcoholic fermentation took place at a controlled temperature between 26 and 28 °C (80 – 82 °F) to enhance aromatic compounds and preserve the fruity and floral notes of each grape variety. Maceration was performed with mechanical techniques to best extract soft, supple tannins over a period of 9-12 days for Sangiovese, and for a maximum of two weeks for the complementary varieties. Once malolactic fermentation was completed by the end of the winter season, the wine was blended and transferred into oak. Pèppoli is aged in large Slavonian oak barrels and a small percentage was aged in barriques and stainless-steel vats. Bottling began in the month of August 2024.

Filtration: Filtered

Alcohol: 13.5%

Farming: Conventional

Features: Vegetarian

Allergens: Sulphites

Tasting: Pèppoli 2023 is a bright ruby red colour. The nose opens with floral notes of violets, dog rose, and lavender accompanied by fresh notes of red fruit, in particular currants, wild strawberries and raspberry puree. Entry on the palate is refined and pleasantly fresh, evolves energetically and flavourful and closes savoury and rich with supple vibrant tannins.

Pairing Suggestion: Fillet or striploin steak, hard cheeses, roast chicken.