Chianti | Cantine Leonardo

About The Producer

Cantine Leonardo da Vinci was established in 1961 upon the initiative of the owners of thirty farms who decided to join forces so as to tackle the problems brought about by the breakdown of the crop-sharing system. This co-operative gathered its first harvest in 1965, followed by production of the wine and its sale by the barrel. In 1971, the direct marketing of two bottled products began: a white, Collebello, and the Leonardo Chianti. This red is still part of the range of wines produced today. In the following years, encouraged by its success, Cantine Leonardo da Vinci decided to broaden the range of wines, focusing its attention on bottled products in general and on quality wines in particular. Today, Cantine Leonardo da Vinci is a pioneering co-operative, innovative and modern, which relies on the work and grape production of its 160 members.

About The Wine

Maceration of the skins takes place during fermentation and lasts approximately eight days, together with frequent pumping over. Temperature control (28-29°C) during fermentation encourages good colour and tannins while maintaining the rich fruit aromas characteristics of the grapes. It is unoaked to maintain freshness and vivacity, the wine remains in temperature controlled tanks until March/April following the vintage

Tasting Note

Clear, intense red in colour, with reasonable depth and 'legs' indicating good structure. Perfumes of cherries and fresh red fruit, mingle with spicy, peppery notes. The wine is lively and fresh in the mouth, with soft, rounded tannins. Good intensity, attractive structure and fine, long length.

12 x Chianti DOCG by Cantine Leonardo