The Rancia vineyard takes its name from the historic Rancia estate, once a Benedictine monastery. Located in Castelnuovo Berardenga at elevations ranging between 400 and 420 metres with a fine southwest-facing exposure, the vineyard covers 6.25 hectares. The more recent plantings utilized genetic material from massal selections gathered from the old Rancia vineyard. The soil is composed of the limestone-derived alberese classic to the Castelnuovo Berardenga area and of galestro marl in some areas. First vintage was 1983.

• Denomination
  Chianti Classico Riserva Docg.
• Varietal
  Sangiovese 100%.
• Growing area
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• Vineyard density
  5,400.
• Training system
  Bilateral cordon training system and simple Guyot.
• Harvest
  Exclusively hand harvested, generally starting in the first weeks of October.
• Vineyard age
  (modificare) Anche oltre 35 anni. Nei nuovi impianti è stato utilizzato il materiale delle selezioni massali effettuate all’interno del vecchio vigneto Rancia.
• Number of bottles produced
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(modificare) Destemming and pressing of select grapes. Fermentation temperature 28-30°C. Maceration 16-20 days. Devatting after the maceration period. Automated punching and pumping scheduled daily. Racking near the end of fermentation. Malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Transfer to first or second use, 225 liter oak barrels March-April. After ageing 16-18 months, blending and bottling. Bottle-aged another 6-8 months.

Ruby red appearance with rich, intense tones. Spicy nose with floral notes and hints of wild berry (red and black), accompanied by mineral impressions and light toasted notes. Spice re-appears on the palate, which displays firm but supple tannins, and the finale is vigorous and taut. Overall, the wine is compelling for its flavour-rich mid-palate and supporting acidity.