Chianti
D.OC.G
La Spinosa’s Organic Chianti D.O.C.G Red Wine is made with indigenous Chianti grapes that underwent a slight drawing off process, followed by about 8 days of maceration at controlled temperature.
 | Denomination | D.O.C.G (Controlled and Guaranteed Denomination of Origin) |
 | Production Method | Organic |
 | Definition | Dry Red - Medium Ageing |
 | Appellation Vineyard | DOCG (Controlled and Guaranteed Denomination of Origin) Vineyard San Martino, La Rosa and Tignano |
 | Exposure | South West |
 | Training | Upwards-trained Vertical-trellised – Spurred Cordon |
 | Soil | Pliocene Sands, Albarese Stone |
 | Grapes Blend | Sangiovese 85% - Canaiolo 10% - Colorino 5% |
| Winemaking | Indigenous starter culture (pied de cuve). 8 days of maceration. 80% of Chianti vinified in steel and lined cement tanks, 20% aged for 6 six months in French Oak Barrels. |
 | Ageing | 6 months in barrique and mid-sized casks (tonneaux) |
 | Further Maturing | 6 months in bottle |
| Production | 45000 bottles |
Tasting Notes
La Spinosa’s “Chianti” DOCG has a garnet red colour with vermillion highlights, winey, spicy with a taste of ripe fruit. Tannic and dry to the palate.
Pairings
La Spinosa’s “Chianti” DOCG Red Wine is an ideal match for second courses of grilled red meat or long-cooked dishes, such as braised meats and stews. The ideal serving temperature is 18 °-20°.