ROMITORIO DI SANTEDAME

Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG - 2020 0.75lt

The pinnacle of excellence

Romitorio di Santedame, a limited-production Gran Selezione from Castellina in Chianti, pays homage to a rich history while embracing a bright future. It originates from a single vineyard within the Chianti Classico's "golden basin" (Conca d'Oro) and is crafted from an exclusive blend of Sangiovese and Colorino. The latter is a native Tuscan grape variety that was nearly extinct but has experienced a revival through dedicated research and promotion efforts.

59.00 €

incl. VAT


Color

Deep ruby red, black in the center.

Aroma

Enticing aromas of leather, cherries and plums, plus woody notes, vanilla and gentle spices.

Tasting profile

Blueberry jam is the prelude to strong tannins that are well integrated with the solid body and dynamic structure. Intense, enigmatic and complex.

Food pairings

Grilled and roasted meats as well as aged cheeses.

Winemaking notes

The fermentation lasts for about 10 days and takes place in thermo-controlled stainless steel vats at 28°C. The skin maceration continues for another 10 days, followed by malolactic fermentation.

The story

In the 1980s, Colorino, a traditional Tuscan grape variety, had almost disappeared. An old Colorino vineyard was discovered next to a medieval hermitage, known as a “Romitorio”, on the Santedame estate, which had been acquired recently by Ruffino at that time. It was a place where pilgrims rested on their way to Rome. The coincidence led to the development of the grape. This wine was created to celebrate the importance of research into Tuscan native grapes, to which Ruffino has always devoted energy and resources. It is a distinctive wine, made in limited quantities, which pays tribute to a glorious past and a bright future.

Production area

Tuscany.

GRAPE VARIETIES

90% Sangiovese, 10% Colorino

VINEYARD

From a single Chianti Classico vineyard at Santedame estate, 300-400m elevation, rich in gravel, galestro, and clay, perfect for Sangiovese.

AGING

30 months in concrete tanks and barriques.

SERVING TEMPERATURE

18°

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