Selvapiana Chianti Rufina 2021, a classic, fragrant, juicy red from the Tuscan hills, in the foothills of the Apennines above Florence: highly acclaimed, silky and seamless: case of 12 bottles delivered

Selvapiana Chianti Rufina:

The Rufina zone is the smallest of all in Chianti (about 1,000 hectares of vineyard) but also one of the most special. The cool breeze that blows down the Sieve Valley gives the best wines a finesse and definition that few in Chianti Classico can match. And there is no better producer in Rufina than Selvapiana, which has been in the family of Francesco Giuntini since 1827. Federico Giuntini Masseti now runs the property, which is situated just north
of the town of Pontassieve. The estate covers 245 hectares, 60 of which are planted under vine (95% being Sangiovese), 22 are olive groves, and the rest is covered by woods. For the most part, the vineyards face west, though Selvapiana’s prized Bucerchiale vineyard is south west facing.

VINEYARDS
The grapes are grown in the ancient Selvapiana estate which covers 56 hectares. For the most part, the vineyards face west/north west and are situated at an altitude of 150-200 metres above sea level. The soil is mostly clay and limestone. The older vines planted in the late 1970s, are planted at a density of 3,200 per hectare and 5,200 per hectare for the younger vines planted at the beginning of the 2000s. The average yield is 35-40 hectolitres per hectare.

Origin. Italy, Tuscany, Chianti.
Producer. Selvapiana.
Grape Varieties. 95% Sangiovese, 5% Colorino, Canaiolo, Malvasia Nera.
Maturity. Drink until 2027.
Viticulture. Certified Organic.
Size Standard Bottle 75cl
ABV 13%