Valiano Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 6.38 2022

Valiano 6.38 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2022 is an organic Tuscan red blending Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, combining the character of Chianti Classico with a full-bodied, polished style. Its name recalls the size of the original vineyard in Castelnuovo Berardenga, where the wine is made.

Tasting Notes
Deep in colour, it opens with aromas of wild berries, aromatic herbs and delicate spice, lifted by hints of ginger and orange peel. The palate is dry and full-bodied, with juicy fruit, dense yet balanced tannins and refreshing acidity. Black pepper and bitter cocoa linger in a long, clean finish. Its firm structure and freshness give it the potential to develop with time in bottle, though no specific drinking window is provided.

Production
The organic vineyards lie at around 350 metres in Castelnuovo Berardenga, with southwest-facing slopes at the Poggio Teo cru. Clay, stones, sand and rocky soils contribute to the wine’s precise fruit and structure. Grapes are harvested by hand, with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon picked in early September and Sangiovese in October. Each variety is vinified separately; maceration lasts around 15 days, with pump-overs and délestage, followed by spontaneous malolactic fermentation. The wine ages for 18 months in oak, with Sangiovese matured in French oak, then rests in bottle to harmonise.

Food & Serving
Serve at around 16–18°C, ideally after decanting for about an hour to let its aromas unfold and its tannins soften. It pairs well with grilled or roasted red meats, slow-cooked dishes, game and aged hard cheeses.

Producer
Fattoria di Valiano, part of Tenute Piccini, is based in Castelnuovo Berardenga in the heart of Chianti Classico. The 6.38 cuvée highlights the estate’s Poggio Teo vineyard and its organic approach to growing grapes. The supplied information does not specify further details about the winery’s history or awards for the 2022 vintage.

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