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Appellation Tour | Chianti under the sun in Tuscany
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(Summary description)Tuscany, in the west-central Apennines.
is the soul of Italian culture and art
It is the birthplace of the Renaissance
It has a rich cultural and artistic heritage that is too numerous to mention.
This is where Michelangelo created his work
Michelangelo's sculpture of Bacco, the god of wine.
The first of the three Renaissance masters
Leonardo Da Vinci.
was also born here
Appellation Tour | Chianti under the sun in Tuscany
(Summary description)Tuscany, in the west-central Apennines.
is the soul of Italian culture and art
It is the birthplace of the Renaissance
It has a rich cultural and artistic heritage that is too numerous to mention.
This is where Michelangelo created his work
Michelangelo's sculpture of Bacco, the god of wine.
The first of the three Renaissance masters
Leonardo Da Vinci.
was also born here
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Tuscany, in the west-central Apennines.
is the soul of Italian culture and art
It is the birthplace of the Renaissance
It has a rich cultural and artistic heritage that is too numerous to mention.
This is where Michelangelo created his work
Michelangelo's sculpture of Bacco, the god of wine.
The first of the three Renaissance masters
Leonardo Da Vinci.
was also born here
△Tuscany at Sunset△
The Etruscan architecture here
The Etruscan architecture of this area has established an aesthetic for the design of modern buildings.
The ancient city of Siena, once a center of trade and culture.
It is one of the few cultural heritages from the Middle Ages to survive to the present day.
△The old-fashioned streets of Siena.△
Tuscany is the cradle of culture and art.
Tuscany is also a paradise for grapes.
The wines produced here are world-renowned.
It's a place where Italians are passionate
“and the romanticism of the Italians.
One of Tuscany's most iconic treasures.
Is Chianti.
It is named in the same way as many old world appellations.
It's named after the appellation
Instead of the name of the grape variety
△The endless vineyards of the Chianti appellation.△
# Geographic profile #
The Chianti appellation is located in the heart of the Tuscany region.
in the heart of the region
Between the cities of Florence
Florence and Siena.
covers a total area of more than 70,000 hectares
The administrative area covers nine municipalities
△Location of the Chianti Appellation△
Image source:www.chianticlassico.com
# Terroir #
The Chianti region is characterized by its continental character.
Long, warm and dry summers
The difference in temperature between day and night is significant.
It's a perfect breeding ground for grapes.
The appellation is characterized by Galestro soil.
(a rocky mixture)
Absorbs the heat and light
which helps the grapes to thrive
and give the grapes a fresh, elegant, mineral flavor.
In addition, the high altitude of the Cianti area
The high altitude of the Chianti region extends the growing cycle
The fruit accumulates sufficient sugar and flavor.
The result is a wine with a refreshing acidity and a full-bodied structure.
△Chianti vineyards during the harvest season△
# Grape varieties #
The most famous grape in the region is Sangiovese.
Sangiovese.
A red grape variety of which the locals are very proud.
Its name is derived from the Latin phrase “sanguis jovis,”
meaning “blood of Jupiter.”
“Jupiter was a Roman mythological figure
Jupiter was the king of the gods in Roman mythology.
△Mature St. Jovis△
The kingly St. Jovis.
A late-maturing variety with large kernels and thin skin.
It is a vigorous and drought-resistant grape variety.
The wines of St. Giovanni from the Chianti appellation.
The wines of St. Jovis from the Chianti appellation are characterized by elegance and complexity.
Often with pleasant herbal and sour cherry flavors.
Great potential for adulthood
# Star Chateaux #
Fattoria di Grignano
High Ridge Winery
The history of Fattoria di Grignano
Almost the entire Chianti region in a nutshell
A high ridge that has existed since the Bronze Age
Formerly known as Grignano di Vico.
It was used as a fortified castle in Etruscan and Roman times.
In 1500, it became the private property of Queen Henry II of France.
During her journey with Archbishop Gondi.
The Queen was deeply impressed by the artistic atmosphere of Tuscany.
As a token of her appreciation.
She gave the castle to Archbishop Gondi.
Gondi's portrait
The portrait of Gondi became the iconic label of Château Gorgonzolais wines.
△Primate Marquis Enrico Gondi△
△Etruscan-style High Ridge Castle△
Today, the historic High Ridge Winery
With a highly sophisticated winemaking technique
and the perfect terroir of the vineyards
produce Chianti wines of outstanding quality
with perfect structure and a rustic style
with exceptional aging potential
in the Tuscany region
of the Tuscany region
△High Ridge Winery's location in Chianti△
△High Ridge Winery Live Photos△
# Star Wines #
Fattoria di Grignano Chianti Rufina DOCG
High Ridge - Chianti Rufina
Grape varieties: San Giovanni Carneolo
and a small percentage of other varieties
Grade: DOCG
Alcohol: 13.5% vol
Tasting Notes
As one of the masterpieces of High Ridge, this Chianti is a textbook red wine of the appellation. Bright ruby in color, the wine exudes elegant aromas of red berries, sweet without being overly sweet, not overpowering, gentle and elegant, with hints of herbs. Full-bodied and structured, this is a signature wine made with St. Jovis.
Fattoria di Grignano Campicozzoli Toscana Rosso
High Ridge-Combe Red Wine
Grape varieties: St. Jovis, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot.
10% other red varieties
Grade: IGT
Alcohol: 13.5% vol
Tasting Notes
High Ridge Combe Red is a cost-effective red wine model produced by the winery, which follows the tradition while seeking innovation. A new blend of the traditional variety St. Jovis with international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is used. The wine retains the elegance and nobility of St. Jovis, but with a vibrant sweetness. The ruby red color of the wine reveals aromas of strawberries and raspberries, and the well-structured and smooth body of the wine is a testament to the fusion of tradition and modernity.
Fattoria di Grignano Chianti Rufina Reserva DOCG
High Ridge - Chianti Rufina Reserva
CEPAGE: San Giovanni Merlot
Grade: DOCG
Alcohol: 14% vol
Tasting Notes
This Chianti Reserva is the unrivaled masterpiece of High Ridge Winery and the pride of the entire Chianti appellation. The long ageing in oak barrels gives the wine a premium rich ruby color. The sweet red fruits have been oxidized by the controlled oxidation of the long years in oak barrels, adding an elegant spice note. The wine is full of structure and the tannins have been softened to a velvety smoothness.
△Large oak barrels in the cellar of Château High Ridge△
# Unanimous #
Today
With the onslaught of Four Elegance and Super Tuscanas
The traditional Tuscany wines are facing a tough time.
But High Ridge still maintains its elegance and nobility.
Using traditional methods that have been passed down for over a century.
To produce wines of exceptional quality and character.
And it's been recognized by consumers.
The flagship of the Chianti appellation.
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Tel: 86-21-62267586 62267589 62125269
Email: info@sinodrink.com