Montemaggio Chianti Classico DOCG

Chianti Classico di Montemaggio

The Chianti Classico di Montemaggio is a Tuscan red wine produced from predominantly Sangiovese grapes and in some vintages small portion of Merlot . It is characterised by a brilliant ruby colour, intense but elegant bouquet, rich with floral aromas, hints of fruits and spices. It has a full body with intense flavour and lasting presence on the palate. A very versatile wine that contains all the quality of the land from which it is produced and brings your senses back in the past up till the Etruscan times. This wine by far is our Best Seller and loved and appreciated really all around the world from our customers in USA to China and worldwide.

It has won numerous awards in various competitions and is truly often the heart of Montemaggio. Since our philosophy is to wait and release wines onto the market when they are fully ready – we usually sell Chianti Classicos which are of 5/6 years of age.

Other details

The vineyards are situated at altitudes varying from 450 to 600 metres above sea level. The Sangiovese grapes are usually harvested in the second half of October while the Merlot (if added)  is picked at the end of September. The two types of grapes undergo fermentation separately in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures (less than 26°C). The Sangiovese is put into Slovenian and French oak casks, while the Merlot is put in barrels of second hand, where the malolactic fermentation takes place and where the young wine stays for the aging. It’s important to note that wines we age for much longer than it is advised by the Consortium of Chianti Classico, where the law states that Chianti Classico must age for at least 18 months.

Wine style

An intense, elegant bouquet, earthy, mineral, spiced with wild notes typical of Sangiovese grapes enriched with a pinch of red fruit.