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The spirit and industry of Verrazzano’s owners, Luigi & Silvia Cappellini, have played a major role in the burgeoning reputation of this ancient estate in the Greve district of Tuscany’s Chianti Classico zone. 105 acres of vineyard are planted in Verrazzano’s limestone-rich soil. Though present in southern areas of Chianti Classico, limestone is unique to Verrazzano in the cooler, northern sector, accounting for the singular blend of muscularity and finesse evident in Verrazzano wines.

Production Area
The Greve district in the northern portion of the Chianti Classico DOC, south of Florence in Tuscany

Grape Varieties
Estate-grown Sangiovese (95%) and Canaiolo (5%)

Vinification
105 acres of vine are planted at altitudes ranging from 1,150 to 1,480 feet a.s.1. in Verrazzano’s limestone-rich soil. Though present in warmer, southern areas of Chianti Classico, limestone is unique to Verrazzano in the cooler, northern portion of the district. The soil here is extremely lean and stony (43% lime, 29% clay, 28% sand). Fertilization is entirely organic. Grapes are harvested by hand in October and undergo an 8-12 day maceration period. The wine is aged 12 months in Slavonian oak barrels and bottle-aged for four months prior to release.

Color
Medium- to full-bodied red

Bouquet
Intense and persistent; aromas of violets and black currants can be readily detected

Taste
Dry and refined, with a characteristic trace of mint on the mid-palate

Alcohol
14.1%