Skip to main content
Chianti Colli Senesi DOCG - 2022

Chianti Colli Senesi DOCG - 2022

Red
750ml
12 - pack
PRODUCT SKU: IT123-22

sign in to see pricing

Description

Il Palio Chianti Colli Senesi is a new addition to the Italian selection of T. Edward Wines. It is a friendly red wine made from Sangiovese (at least 70%), Canaiolo, and Colorino Toscano, fermented togethe...

Il Palio Chianti Colli Senesi is a new addition to the Italian selection of T. Edward Wines. It is a friendly red wine made from Sangiovese (at least 70%), Canaiolo, and Colorino Toscano, fermented together as a field blend. The grapes come from the area of Chiusi in the province of Siena. This region is located close to Montalcino and Montepulciano, so these grapes are grown in proximity to some of Italy's finest terroirs. However, the climate is a bit warmer here, so the wines tend to be quite fruit-forward. Il Palio was created to celebrate the famous horse race of Siena.

This version of Chianti is fruit-forward, featuring a deep ruby color with violet hues. It offers a fruity bouquet of berries and brushwood, beautifully integrated with light, pleasing spice. This wine does not undergo oak aging, and the bottle aging preserves its fresh expression.

Brand
Il Palio
Varietal
Sangiovese, Cannailo and Ciliegiolo (field blend)
Sub region
Chianti
Region
Tuscany
Alcohol
13.0%
Climate
Due to the proximity of Lago di Chiusi and the altitude of the vineyards, the climate here is maritime.
Color
Red
Size
750ml

More information

Harvest technique
Organic Practices, Manual Labor, and Green Harvesting
Soil
Sandy soil with some presence of rocks especially in the vineyards located around 300 m. a.l.s
Vineyard size
15 hectares, 300-400 m above sea level
Fermentation
Fermentation takes place in vitrified concrete tanks and is natural, followed by natural malolactic fermentation. There are 5 days of skin contact, with minimal pump-overs. The temperature is controlled (20-23°C) just to ensure extraction of color and fruit notes. Only 10% of the grapes are whole-cluster.
Elevage
6 to 8 months in concrete, followed by 6 months in bottle
Winemaker name
Michiele Monica
Total production
1,000 cases