“Vinea nel Bosco” Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2020

Vecchie Terre di Montefili | Tuscany
Vecchie Terre di Montefili s.a. a r.l. | Via San Cresci 45 | IT 50022 Greve in Chianti

29683420 · 0,75 l · 74,67 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately

The forest literally begins at the vineyard fence: the "Vinea nel Bosco" plot, planted in 2001, lies at an altitude of around 530 metres on the edge of a deciduous forest, which brings mist and coolness in the mornings, whilst the afternoon sun provides sufficient warmth as it filters through the treetops. The soil, composed of Alberese, limestone and clay marl, yields little but what it does produce is highly concentrated. Spontaneous fermentation of the Sangiovese grapes begins in stainless steel, before the young wine matures for 26 months in large, 20-hectolitre wooden casks and is then left to rest in the bottle for at least another year. With an alcohol content of 14.5 per cent, it is full-bodied without feeling heavy – the 2020 vintage yielded a total of 2,412 bottles and 108 magnums.

A bright, luminous ruby red. Plum, red fruit and blood orange mingle with balsamic notes and violets; in the background, nutmeg, ginger and dried plum. The tannins are already remarkably well-integrated, the body is dense, and the finish lingers, eventually turning to dark chocolate. A vineyard that is still quite young, yet already exudes the tranquillity of an old one. SUPERIORE.DE

"On the nose, classic aromas of raspberries, violets and tobacco; on the palate, polished tannins, invigorating acidity, but above all great polish and a convincingly multi-faceted finish – long and intriguing." Vinum

"On the nose, salty dark chocolate blends with dried cherries and raspberries, underpinned by a hint of orange peel. On the palate, lively, fresh and juicy berries and cherries dominate, whilst a hint of warm citrus fruits imparts a warmth that lingers right through to the finish, and a zesty acidity provides an electrifying energy." Wine Enthusiast

"The Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna Nel Bosco 2020 is a very appealing and expressive wine from Vecchie Terre di Montefili. Notes of sweet pipe tobacco, cedar wood, dried leaves, tobacco and incense blend with a core of red cherries. Soft, silky tannins round the whole thing off in style. Best of all, this smooth, approachable Gran Selezione is a delight to drink even shortly after bottling." Vinous

"A restrained and composed nose of cherry pits, lush red cherries, violets and a hint of blood oranges. Creamy and silky on the palate, with marked yet integrated freshness and a medium to full body. A forthright wine. Drink or hold." James Suckling