# Chianti Classico (2020)

- **Producer:** Terreno
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sangiovese
- **Region:** Toscana, Italy
- **Style:** Natural
- **Alcohol:** 13.5%
- **Average price:** €15
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–16 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** dried herbs, red cherry, citrus

## About this wine

The Terreno Chianti Classico 2020 is a 100% Sangiovese wine from Tuscany, Italy, produced by the Swedish-owned Terreno estate. Located in Greve in Chianti, the vineyards are situated at altitudes between 320 and 500 meters, with soils composed of Alberese, a limestone-rich sandstone. The winery emphasizes organic farming and artisanal winemaking practices. The 2020 vintage is noted for being a generous and elegant harvest in the region.

## Interesting facts

- Swedish-owned estate in Tuscany.
- Crafted with wild yeasts for fermentation.
- Certified vegan wine.
- Aged in large, traditional oak barrels.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium body and lively acidity cut through the richness of braised meats and fatty proteins, while its tannins complement the protein structure. Herbal notes in the wine echo herbs used in dishes, and its cherry characteristics pair well with tomato-based sauces.

## Wine making process

The Terreno Chianti Classico 2020 is produced using 100% Sangiovese grapes that are hand-picked. The winemaking process emphasizes natural fermentation, initiated by wild yeasts in open vats. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 14 months in large oak barrels (predominantly 24hl), with an additional year spent aging in the bottle before release. The estate employs organic farming practices.