Chianti Classico DOCG

Chianti Classico DOCG 2022 from Le Filigare is a Tuscan red from San Donato in Poggio, in the hills between Florence and Siena. Sangiovese leads, with Canaiolo and Colorino, from vineyards at 450 to 550 m on limestone and clay. It ages 12 months in large oak. Expect intense ruby with purple edges, blueberry and blackberry with spice and flowers, and a broad, balanced palate with well-matched tannins. Pour it with Tuscan dishes such as tomato bruschetta. Delivered across Ontario.

The producer

Le Filigare is based at San Donato in Poggio, in Barberino Tavarnelle in the province of Florence, in the Chianti Classico hills.

The vineyards

Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Colorino on south-east and south-west slopes at 450 to 550 m, planted at 4,000 to 5,500 vines per hectare. The soil is clayey and rich in limestone, and the vines are Guyot and spurred-cordon trained.

How it's made

The wine ages 12 months in large oak casks.

How it tastes

An intense ruby red with purple edges. The nose is harmonious, with blueberry and blackberry and touches of spice and flowers. The palate is broad and balanced, with tannins in proportion.

How to serve it

Serve it with Tuscan food such as tomato bruschetta, at 18 to 20°C.