Palladio

Chianti

Palladio

Chianti

A blend of 90% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot and 5% Syrah that is vinified and matured entirely in stainless steel tanks. A prolonged, eight day maceration with skin-contact and frequent pump-overs result in greater color extraction. Temperature-controlled fermentation provides juicy and balanced tannins, while maintaining the rich fruit aromas typical of Sangiovese.

Tasting Notes

Palladio Chianti offers inviting aromas of cherries and fresh red fruit, followed by spicy, peppery notes. Fresh and easy-going, this Chianti offers soft, rounded tannins, balanced intensity and an intriguing structure.

Food Pairing

The wine of choice for barbecue, pasta e fagioli, pizza, soup, roasted meat, and many other dishes.

A blend of 90% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot and 5% Syrah that is vinified and matured entirely in stainless steel tanks. A prolonged, eight day maceration with skin-contact and frequent pump-overs result in greater color extraction. Temperature-controlled fermentation provides juicy and balanced tannins, while maintaining the rich fruit aromas typical of Sangiovese.

Tasting Notes

Palladio Chianti offers inviting aromas of cherries and fresh red fruit, followed by spicy, peppery notes. Fresh and easy-going, this Chianti offers soft, rounded tannins, balanced intensity and an intriguing structure.

Food Pairing

The wine of choice for barbecue, pasta e fagioli, pizza, soup, roasted meat, and many other dishes.

Vineyard & Production Info

Production area/appellation:
Chianti DOCG
Vineyard name:
Various vineyards in the Vinci area
Soil composition:
Sand, clay, and silt
Training method:
Guyot
Elevation:
330 feet
Vines/acre:
1,335-2,023
Exposure:
Southwestern
Year vineyard planted:
1980-1998
Harvest time:
September-October
First vintage of this wine:
1965
Bottles produced of this wine:
120,000

Winemaking & Aging

Maceration length:
8
Varietal composition:
90% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot and 5% Syrah
Fermentation container:
Stainless steel tanks
Length of alcoholic fermentation:
15-20 days
Fermentation temperature:
78-86 °F
Type of aging container:
Stainless steel tanks
Length of aging before bottling:
5 months
Length of bottle aging:
1-3 months

Analytical Data

pH level:
3.7
Acidity:
5.1 g/L
Alcohol:
12.7 %
Dry extract:
32.7 g/L
Residual sugar:
2.1 g/L