Description

100% Sangiovese. Age of vines are 20 years, yield 35 hl/ha. Grown on sandstone soils at an altitude average of 500 m asl. Plantation density 5500 vines/ha.

The grapes are handpicked and selected to ensure an accurate degree of maturation and a healthy state. Spontaneous Fermentation with Pied de cuve in stainless steel tanks. Extraction is done through pumpovers and punch downs. Total time of maceration 15-20 days. Spontaneous Malolactique Fermentation in stainless steel tanks. 16 months in 30 hl oak casks and ceramic jars (10%). No fining, wide filtration.

The weather in the vintage year 2021 was quite regular. Rains in spring enabled good foliage development, and provided abundant water supplies for the drier summer months. In springtime a little frost delayed the growing of vegetation, without affecting the crop. From late August, the temperatures remained quite high during the day but dropped considerably during the night. This significant temperature variation resulted in full maturation of the fruit. The month of September was pretty fresh and dry, that lead the grapes to a very slow ripening, while the sanitary conditions were perfect. The Sangiovese from the sandy soil was picked between the 1st and 10th of October.

Othmar Kiem, Simon Staffler, Falstaff

Very dark ruby. Expressive nose, fresh and clear, with splendid fruity notes. Very juicy on the palate, once again fruity, flavorful, balanced, and very drinkable! 94 points

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.