What makes Vigna La Prima a Gran Selezione?

It comes from a single, historic 2.2-hectare estate-owned vineyard (La Prima) and undergoes longer ageing than Riserva, meeting the strict criteria for Chianti Classico's top classification.

Is Vigna La Prima 100% Sangiovese?

Yes, it is a pure expression of Sangiovese from the La Prima vineyard's heavy clay soil at 250 metres altitude.

How long is Vigna La Prima aged?

It matures at least 26 months in French oak barrique, followed by around 8 months in bottle before release.

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Vigna La Prima

ヴィーニャ・ラ・プリマ

Castello Vicchiomaggio

About Vigna La Prima

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Sangiovese
Price Range: $45-55; approx. international retail
Alcohol: 14%

Castello Vicchiomaggio's Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, sourced from the historic 2.2-hectare La Prima vineyard at 250 metres above sea level, with heavy clay soil. Aged for at least 26 months in French oak barrique, followed by approximately 8 months in bottle, resulting in a powerful, structured wine of great concentration.

Sommelier's Note

The estate's flagship single-vineyard Sangiovese — dense, powerful, and unmistakably built for the cellar.

New to wine?

A serious, age-worthy wine — best approached after some experience with Chianti Classico.

Food Pairings

Best suited to substantial dishes: bistecca alla fiorentina, braised wild boar, and hard aged cheeses.

When to drink it

Celebratory dinners, cellar-worthy purchases

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Sangiovese from the single 2.2-hectare La Prima vineyard (250m altitude, heavy clay soil). Aged at least 26 months in French oak barrique (mix of new and previously-used barrels), then approximately 8 months in bottle. Around 14% ABV.

About the producer

Castello VicchiomaggioA 12th-century Chianti Classico estate led by the Matta family since 1964.Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Vigna La Prima a Gran Selezione?: It comes from a single, historic 2.2-hectare estate-owned vineyard (La Prima) and undergoes longer ageing than Riserva, meeting the strict criteria for Chianti Classico's top classification.
Is Vigna La Prima 100% Sangiovese?: Yes, it is a pure expression of Sangiovese from the La Prima vineyard's heavy clay soil at 250 metres altitude.
How long is Vigna La Prima aged?: It matures at least 26 months in French oak barrique, followed by around 8 months in bottle before release.

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