About this wine
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.
A serious, age-worthy wine — best approached after some experience with Chianti Classico.
Sommelier's Note
"The estate's flagship single-vineyard Sangiovese — dense, powerful, and unmistakably built for the cellar."
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
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14%
- Price Range
- $45-55 (approx. international retail)
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.
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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