Chianti Rufina (2017) - Fattoria Selvapiana

In the heart of Tuscany, Fattoria Selvapiana guards a secret dating back to the Renaissance. This historic winery, in the small but prestigious area of Rufina, was for centuries a hunting villa belonging to the bishops of Florence. Its transformation into a thriving wine estate came in the 19th century, when Francesco Giuntini Antinori, a man of great vision, decided to devote himself to making quality wines. Selvapiana's Chianti Rufina Riserva DOC 2017 is a tribute to that tradition, a wine that tells stories of noblemen and bishops, of fertile land and of a passion that spans the centuries.

The appellation: Chianti Rufina Riserva DOC

Chianti Rufina Riserva DOC is one of the most refined expressions of the Tuscan winemaking tradition, known for its elegance and complexity. This appellation, which gained official recognition in 1967, stands out for the quality of its grapes, grown in a hilly area with a favourable climate and mineral-rich soils.

What to eat with Chianti Rufina

Who makes it: Fattoria Selvapiana

Fattoria Selvapiana has deep roots going back to the Middle Ages, when it was originally a watchtower. In the heart of Chianti Rufina, this historic wine estate has become a symbol of tradition and of a passion for producing high-quality wines.Over the centuries the Fattoria has undergone significant changes, going from a noble residence to a winery, while always keeping a strong bond with the land. The philosophy of Fattoria Selvapiana is based on: Respect for tradition, with winemaking methods that honour the past Continuous innovation, to improve the quality and the experience of the wine

The vine of Chianti Rufina

Sangiovese

Sangiovese is one of the most important and widely planted black grape varieties in Italy, and it is the undisputed protagonist of some of the greatest Italian red wines. Grown mainly in Tuscany, but also found in other regions such as Emilia-Romagna, Umbria and the Marche, Sangiovese gives wines of great elegance, freshness and longevity.

Chianti Rufina: the area

Climate: Mediterranean

Altitude: Low to mid altitude (200–500 m above sea level)

Soil: Limestone / chalk

Geographical setting: Hilly

Profile of Chianti Rufina

Primary aromas: Ripe red fruit, Violet

Secondary aromas: Wood, Spices

Tertiary aromas: Leather, Tobacco

Tasting notes: A 2017 Chianti Rufina with notes of ripe red fruit and spice, well-integrated tannins and balanced acidity.