Pietramaggio
Chianti Classico 2020
Pietramaggio Chianti Classico comes from a high-altitude vineyard in Greve near the 13th-century Castle of Montefioralle. At 1,500 feet, its clay-limestone soils nurture Sangiovese and other Tuscan grapes. Winemaker Tommaso Inghirami blends tradition and modernity in this juicy, spiced cherry- and plum-driven wine with creamy tannins. Fresh and vibrant, it’s an easy-drinking pleasure true to its origins.
Vineyard
The Pietramaggio Chianti Classico comes from a single high-altitude vineyard in Greve, near the historic Castle of Montefioralle which was built in the 13th century. It sits at nearly 1,500 feet above sea level and is composed mostly of clay and limestone. Made primarily from Sangiovese and other indigenous, red Tuscan grapes in a fresh, vibrant style, this Chianti Classico shows how winemaker Tommaso Inghirami is blending tradition with modernity. In that vein, this wine is juicy and loaded with spiced cherry and plum notes on the palate, rounded by creamy tannins. It’ an easy-drinking, everyday pleasure that is still true to its place of origin.
Winemaking
Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures before the wine is transferred to barrels for malolactic fermentation. It ages for 12 months in oak barrels.
Vintage
In 2020, an early frost killed some potential fruit at budbreak, but the summer warmed up to produce juicy wines with good ripeness.
Tasting Note
This wine is juicy and loaded with spiced cherry and plum notes on the palate, rounded by creamy tannins. It’ an easy-drinking, everyday pleasure that is still true to its place of origin.
Color
Red
Other Wines by this Producer
Seta Toscana
Pietramaggio Seta is a Toscana IGT red blend from certified organic vineyards in Pontassieve, located within Chianti Rufina, near the Sieve River. Chianti Rufina, considered the best of Chianti’s subregions, benefits from high altitudes and cooler temperatures. This blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot offers red berry, thyme, and clove aromas. Supple and youthful, it boasts great structure and fresh acidity.
Chianti Classico Riserva
The Riserva is only made in the best vintages and is comprised 95% of Sangiovese, with a splash of Canaiolo and Colorino. It comes from the same high-elevation clay and limestone vineyard as the Chianti Classico, located at 1,500 feet above sea level, but is aged an additional six months in oak. It’s ruby red in color with notes of ripe red fruits, vanilla, and spices. This is a balanced and pleasant wine with a well-rounded but intense finish.
