Chianti Classico Castello di Meleto 2022
ArtisanalThe Chianti Classico Castello di Meleto is a traditional wine, made up of 95% Sangiovese grapes and 5% Merlot grapes. This Chianti, with its intense ruby red color, ages for 15 months in large wood, a characteristic that allows the grape variety to express itself at its best. With notes of violet, red fruits, and spices, it remains velvety and round on the palate, perfect for pairing with the most typical Tuscan traditional dishes.
Immersed in the heart of Chianti Classico, among the wooded hills and gentle Tuscan slopes, there is a magical place where history blends with the passion for wine: Castello di Meleto. Here, on the banks of the Massellone stream, formerly known as Clante, stands a winery that embodies the authenticity and excellence of the surrounding territory. Its vineyards extend up to 600 meters above sea level, among heights that range from 350 to 450 meters, providing unique climatic conditions that favor the development of intense aromas and the freshness of the wines. Here, among the vineyards of Casi, Meleto, Poggiarso, Moci, and San Piero, a wine is born that speaks directly to the soul: Chianti Classico di Meleto. With its blend of 95% Sangiovese and 5% Merlot, this label embodies the authenticity and excellence of the Tuscan territory.
And if the label of Chianti Classico Castello di Meleto speaks of tradition, it is just the beginning of a tasting journey that leads to the discovery of flavors, aromas, and winemaking and aging techniques, where manual labor and careful grape selection play a fundamental role.After the harvest and destemming, the must obtained is introduced into stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 22/24°C, where alcoholic fermentation takes place for 10-15 days. This is followed by a possible maceration on the skins depending on the vintage. Part of the wine rests for 15 months in concrete tanks where malolactic fermentation occurs, while another part, also for 15 months, is aged in 50 hl Slavonian oak. In the cellar, reduced use of sulfites is favored and spontaneous fermentations are enhanced to preserve the authenticity of the territory as much as possible.
The Chianti Classico di Meleto is a wine that speaks of its land with an intense ruby red color and a bouquet of notes of violet and cherry, enriched by hints of sweet spices. On the palate, it stands out for its velvety softness and round tannins, with a fresh and persistent finish that invites you to discover new nuances with each sip. A perfect companion for traditional Tuscan dishes, as well as grilled white and red meats, this Chianti is an invitation to experience the unique essence of a territory.rich in history, passion, and authenticity.