Description

100% Sangiovese. Age of vines are 5 to 20 years. Yield 40 hl/ha. Grown on Sandstone and schists soil at an altitude average of 500 m asl, plantation density is 5500 vines/ha.

The grapes are handpicked around mid to end of September, to preserve the freshness. Spontaneous Fermentation with pied de cuve. About 30% whole bunches. 4-5 days of maceration then softly pressed. Aged for 8-10 months in concrete egg tanks, stainless steel and ceramic vats on lees. Spontaneous MLF. No fining, wide filtration.

Perched at an altitude of 500 meters in the heart of Tuscany, Tenuta La Novella is a captivating estate located within the Chianti Classico appellation. This 188-hectare estate, once abandoned, was restored in 1996 by François Schneider, who was captivated by the property’s beauty. Over the years, the old cellars dating back to the time of the Medicis, the vineyard, and the surrounding olive groves have been meticulously revived.

Since 2015, Simone Zemella has been at the helm, further enhancing the estate by embracing biodynamic farming practices. The vineyards span 13.5 hectares, cultivated between 350 and 650 meters above sea level, on a mosaic of fifteen parcels. The soils are a combination of schist and sandstone, offering ideal conditions for producing rich, balanced, and terroir-driven wines.

The primary varietals are Sangiovese and Syrah, complemented by smaller proportions of Canaiolo, Trebbiano, Malvasia, Moscato, and Viognier. High planting densities (5500 to 7000 vines per hectare) ensure deep root exploration, resulting in grapes that are an authentic expression of the unique terroir.