Origin
Grapes for the Sangiovese Terre di Chieti are grown in the communes of Ortona and San Salvo on the Adriatic coast of the Abruzzo. The vines are planted with a south eastern aspect on clay-limestone soil and trained using a pergola (high) training system.
Grape Variety
100% Sangiovese.
Winemaker Filippo Baccalaro gave the grapes a 48 hour cold maceration prior to a relatively cool fermentation in stainless steel. This combination helps to elevate the fruity and aromatic character of the wine. A small proportion, about 15%, was aged in oak barrel to add softness and roundness to the blend.
Alcohol Percentage
12%
Cellar Potential
Drink now and over the next 18 months.
Producer
The Farnese group owns Gran Sasso, Vesevo, Vigneti Zabu, Vigneti del Salento, Vigneti del Vulture and Tufarello, among others, but this is their flagship winery. The vineyards are based in the northern part of the Abruzzo, where ripeness and freshness combine in the wines. Alberto Antonini oversees production, ensuring these wines offer great quality, varietal character and value.
Food Match
Simple cooking – any hearty pasta and tomato based sauce, or mid week bangers.
Suitable for vegetarians.
In the press
Regional Trophy: Abruzzo Red- International Wine Challenge 2014
Gold- International Wine Challenge 2014
"Spicy aroma with peppery cherry fruit and a light vanilla sweetness. You can definitely taste the sweetness but the most dramatic impression is the super-silky texture. Gentle, rounded and caressing with just a touch of sweetness on the finish." Jancis Robinson MW, July 2015.
N (verified owner) – :
I’ve been looking for good wines that aren’t too high in alcohol. This has to be one of best I’ve found in this category. Remarkable value too – packed with fruit, a measure of complexity and a silky texture. Definitely ordering some more.
ryanbrady1981 (verified owner) – :
A youthful and appealing wine, garnet red in colour and quite intense on the nose with vibrant red fruit, cherries and herbal characters. On the palate it has bright fruity notes of strawberry and morello cherry, with subtle vanilla characters from the oak-aged portion. The wine is well-balanced and medium-bodied with structured, firm tannins, fresh acidity and a long finish. Great with charcuterie boards.