“Borgo” Chianti Classico DOCG 2023

San Felice | Tuscany
Soc. Agr. San Felice S.p.A. | Corso Italia 23 | IT 20122 Milano

29183723 · 0,75 l · 33,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

1968 – three years before Sassicaia changed the world – san Felice created Vigorello: the first Chianti Classico wine produced without the white grape varieties that were mandatory at the time, made exclusively from red varieties. A quiet revolution that instilled in the estate a sense of what was possible, which continues to shape its identity to this day. An expression of this identity is the Vitiarium, a research project spanning over twenty years dedicated to the rediscovery and preservation of indigenous Tuscan grape varieties. One of these is the Pugnitello: its name means ‘little fist’, referring to the compact, fist-shaped bunches. Almost extinct, preserved by San Felice, it is now an integral part of the Borgo. Sangiovese and Pugnitello, grown on medium-heavy calcareous-marly soils near the medieval Borgo, are vinified separately in stainless steel and only come together during ageing: twelve months in large Slavonian oak barrels.

The Borgo label features a historical aerial map of the estate – a tribute to its history, which the wine lives up to in the glass. An intense, luminous ruby red. On the nose, fresh cherry, raspberry, violets, blue flowers, a hint of earth and sweet spices. On the palate, it is fresh and lively, with soft tannins, vibrant acidity and a long, balanced final. A Chianti Classico with character – and a history that began in 1968. SUPERIORE.DE

"A brilliant ruby red. Hints of dried violets and dried rose petals, accompanied by subtle earthy notes and a hint of red berry fruit. On the palate, it offers lovely freshness and crisp, clear fruit, accompanied by subtle stony aromas; slender, yet with good drinkability!" Falstaff

"A juicy and elegant red wine with aromas of sour cherries, redcurrants, dried herbs and spices. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, firm and elegant, with a dusty texture and juicy acidity. The finish is flavourful and slightly firm, with moderate length." James Suckling

"The San Felice 2023 Chianti Classico Borgo has a medium-dark garnet colour and a velvety smoothness. It exhibits a certain sweetness, underpinned by notes of dried cherries and blackcurrants. These primary fruit aromas are complemented by subtle spicy notes. This wine, from a warm vintage, tends towards the sweeter end of the spectrum." Wine Advocate