Description

100% Sangiovese, hand-harvested and softly whole-bunch pressed, with a short maceration followed by spontaneous fermentation using indigenous yeasts; the wine is matured on fine lees for eight months in ceramic and concrete, naturally stabilised over winter, unfined and lightly filtered.

A direct-pressed Sangiovese rosé, fermented at low temperature to preserve freshness. Pale salmon-pink in colour, with an expressive nose of wild strawberry, pomegranate and rose petals. The palate is lively and refreshing, showing bright red fruits, raspberry, strawberry and sour cherry with layered subtle spicy edge of clove and black pepper, alongside savoury hints of dried herbs and tomato leaf. Crisp acidity and fine tension give a clean, dry, and highly food-friendly finish.

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.