About this wine
A Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from Vicchiomaggio's stoniest vineyard plot, first produced in 2016. An uncompromising 100% Sangiovese with intense tannins and structure, matured about 26 months in new French oak barrique followed by roughly 8 months in bottle.
One of the estate's most intense wines — best for those who already enjoy bold, tannic reds.
Sommelier's Note
"Vicchiomaggio's most intense Sangiovese — stony minerality and firm tannins define this Gran Selezione."
Food Pairings
A structured wine for roasted and grilled meats, and aged hard cheeses.
When to drink it
Special occasions, pairing with grilled red meat
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- $45-60 (approx. international retail)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Sangiovese from the estate's stoniest vineyard plot. First vintage 2016. Aged approximately 26 months in new French oak barrique, then around 8 months in bottle before release.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does 'Le Bolle' mean and why is it distinctive?
- Le Bolle refers to the vineyard plot it comes from — the stoniest on the estate, giving the wine notable minerality and firm tannic structure.
- What grapes are used in Le Bolle?
- It is 100% Sangiovese, made without any blending grapes, to express the character of its single stony vineyard plot.
- When was Le Bolle first produced?
- The first vintage was 2016, making it one of the more recent additions to Vicchiomaggio's Gran Selezione tier.
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