antico borgo la torre
Antico Borgo La Torre is an artisan family-run winery producing authentic Chianti wine, using traditional low-intervention methods.
denomination
Chianti Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita – DOCG
year
2021
production area
Vaggio, Reggello, Firenze, Tuscany, Italy
grape types
Sangiovese, Merlot
age of vines
12 – 50 years
vineyard size
3-4 ha
height
150-180 over sea leavel.
exposure
South-east
soil type
Sandy clay soil
wine harvest period
End-September
harvest method
By hand and use of small boxes, whereby the best grape clusters are selected.
vinification
Steel fermentation for 10-20 days using yeast occurring naturally on our lands, soft pressing.
maturation
18 months in concrete tanks and bottle maturation.
Alcohol by volume
13,5%
Taste description
The wine has a scent of fresh berry fruits and cherries. On the palate it evolves with a note of plumb and spices, grounded in well-integrated tannins.
Serving temperature
18°C
Recommended with
It pairs wonderfully with tomato-based dishes, as well as salumi and pecorino cheese.
Number of bottles
6800