# Querciabella Chianti Classico DOCG (2018)

- **Producer:** Società Agricola Querciabella SpA
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sangiovese
- **Region:** Toscana, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €33
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** red cherry, dried fruit, red plum, black cherry, black plum, cedar, cloves, vanilla, leather, tobacco, earth

## About this wine

Querciabella Chianti Classico DOCG 2018 is a 100% Sangiovese from Tuscany, Italy, with grapes sourced from vineyards in Greve, Radda, and Gaiole. The estate, Società Agricola Querciabella SpA, was founded in 1974 and has embraced organic and biodynamic farming. The wine represents the winery's focus on high-altitude Sangiovese and the expression of its diverse vineyard sites. The 2018 vintage is noted for its classic, harmonious, and elegant character, benefiting from a favorable growing season. The wine is also certified vegan.

## Interesting facts

- Certified vegan and produced without animal products.
- Vineyards are farmed using biodynamic and organic practices.
- Grapes are hand-harvested into small crates for careful selection.
- Wine rests for at least three months in bottle before release.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity and firm tannins are well-suited to cut through the richness of red meats and fatty dishes, while its savory notes complement tomato-based sauces and earthy ingredients. The wine's fruit profile can also bridge with slightly sweet elements in dishes.

## Wine making process

Querciabella Chianti Classico 2018 is produced from 100% Sangiovese grapes. The grapes are destemmed but not crushed, then fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. The wine undergoes full malolactic fermentation. It is aged for up to 14 months in French oak barrels, with 5% new oak and the rest being second and third-fill. The wine is then aged for at least three months in bottle before release. The vineyards are farmed using biodynamic and organic practices.