{"id":2767,"date":"2015-03-05T09:57:49","date_gmt":"2015-03-05T08:57:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.chianticastelvecchi.it\/newrelease\/senza-categoria-en\/chianti-classico-docg-capotondo-2\/"},"modified":"2026-02-09T14:15:50","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T13:15:50","slug":"chianti-classico-docg-capotondo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chianticastelvecchi.it\/en\/wines\/chianti-classico-docg-capotondo\/","title":{"rendered":"Chianti Classico &#8220;Capotondo&#8221; 2023 DOCG"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>In vineyard<\/h2>\n<p>Sangiovese 88% and Canaiolo 12%, with soils primarily composed of galestro<br \/>\nand alberese, along with a smaller percentage of macigno and sandstone.<br \/>\nThe 2023 vintage was marked by a dry winter and temperatures above the<br \/>\nseasonal average. Spring proved to be challenging due to high humidity levels,<br \/>\nrequiring careful and constant vineyard management.<br \/>\nThanks to the dedicated work in the vineyard and a warm, favourable summer,<br \/>\nthe health of the grapes was preserved. The cooler temperatures in September,<br \/>\ntogether with a good day\u2013night temperature range, allowed for balanced grape<br \/>\nripening. Despite the challenging growing season, the 2023 harvest yielded<br \/>\ngrapes of excellent quality. Harvesting began in the first days of October. The<br \/>\ngrapes destined for Capotondo were hand-harvested and immediately<br \/>\ntransported to the cellar<\/p>\n<h2>In cellar<\/h2>\n<p>Fermentation took place in concrete and stainless-steel tanks, with skin contact<br \/>\nlasting up to a maximum of 30\u201335 days. The wine was then aged mainly in<br \/>\nconcrete and, to a lesser extent (approximately 40%), in large oak casks and<br \/>\nfourth- and fifth-use barriques for about one year.<br \/>\nAfter a total cellar ageing period of around one and a half years, the wine was<br \/>\nbottled and further refined in bottle for over 8 months before release.<\/p>\n<h2>Tasting notes<\/h2>\n<p>Deep ruby red colour with pleasant violet hues. Good structure, balanced acidity<br \/>\nand freshness, with predominant floral notes of red rose and violet. Aromas of<br \/>\nred fruits prevail, with hints of ripe berries such as blackberry, blueberry, cherry<br \/>\nand plum, complemented by light spicy nuances. A wine of great harmony,<br \/>\ntypicity and balance, with strong character.<\/p>\n<h2>Plus<\/h2>\n<p>A wine with a distinctive personality that highlights the position of Castelvecchi,<br \/>\nlocated between 450 and 600 meters in altitude. It promises to evolve superbly<br \/>\nover time, showcasing great longevity.<\/p>\n<h2>Pairings<\/h2>\n<p>A wine with broad drinkability, excellent throughout the meal, and perfect for<br \/>\naccompanying flavorful first courses such as lasagna with mushrooms and<br \/>\nsausage, roasted red meats, charcuterie boards, and medium-aged cheeses.<\/p>\n<p>Tasting at 18 \u00b0C.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In vineyard Sangiovese 88% and Canaiolo 12%, with soils primarily composed of galestro and alberese, along with a smaller percentage of macigno and sandstone. The 2023 vintage was marked by a dry winter and temperatures above the seasonal average. Spring proved to be challenging due to high humidity levels, requiring careful and constant vineyard management. 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