Gran Selezione Vigna Grospoli (2020) - Fattoria di Lamole

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The Gran Selezione is a superior quality category within Chianti Classico, which requires a minimum ageing of 30 months. Vigna Grospoli is one of the winery's historic vineyards, known for its favourable aspect and its mineral-rich soil.

Gran Selezione Vigna Grospoli (2020) - Fattoria di Lamole

Type: Red Wine

Area: Italy, Tuscany, Chianti

Appellation: Chianti Classico DOCG

Grape variety: Sangiovese

Vintage: 2020

Winery: Fattoria di Lamole

Alcohol: 14%

The appellation: Chianti Classico DOCG

The Chianti Classico DOCG is one of the most prestigious and historic appellations in Italian winemaking, established in 1716. This red wine, produced mainly from Sangiovese grapes, represents the essence of Tuscany, a region rich in tradition, breathtaking landscapes and a deeply rooted wine culture.

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What to eat with Gran Selezione Vigna Grospoli

Who makes it: Fattoria di Lamole

The Fattoria di Lamole is a historic winery in the heart of Chianti Classico, more precisely in Lamole, a small village known for its winegrowing tradition. Founded in 1960, the estate covers about 50 hectares, planted mainly with native varieties such as Sangiovese and Canaiolo, in a setting characterised by clay soils and a microclimate ideal for viticulture. The winery stands out for its sustainable approach and its attention to quality, combining traditional methods with modern winemaking techniques. The wines produced tell the history and the culture of Chianti, expressing at their best the particular qualities of the area. Every bottle is a sensory journey that reflects a love and a passion for winegrowing.

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The vine of Gran Selezione Vigna Grospoli

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.

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Gran Selezione Vigna Grospoli: the area of Chianti

Chianti

Chianti is one of the most famous wine regions in Italy, in the heart of Tuscany. This area is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, marked by gentle hills, vineyards and olive groves. Chianti wines are known for their distinctive character and their ability to express the region's unique terroir. The main variety used to produce Chianti is Sangiovese, which gives the wines unrivalled freshness and aromatic complexity.

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Climate: Mediterranean

Altitude: Mid Altitude (500-800 m above sea level)

Soil: Limestone / chalk

Geographical setting: Hilly

Profile of Gran Selezione Vigna Grospoli

Primary aromas: White flowers, Ripe red fruit

Secondary aromas: leather, Spices

Tertiary aromas: Cocoa

Tasting notes: This wine has a complex bouquet of ripe red fruit, with notes of spice and a hint of leather. On the palate it is full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a freshness that invites another sip.

Sulphites	yes
Body	Full-bodied
Acidity	Medium-high
Tannin	Medium-high
Sweetness	Dry
Finish	Media
Colour	Ruby red
Clarity	Clear

Winemaking methods used for Gran Selezione Vigna Grospoli

Malolactic fermentation

Malolactic fermentation is a fundamental process in winemaking, particularly used for quality white, red and sparkling wines. This method plays a key role in determining the flavour and aromatic profile of many wines, helping to make them softer, more complex and suited to long ageing.

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Traditional red winemaking

Traditional red winemaking is a classic technique used for the production of structured, complex red wines. This method is based on prolonged contact between must and skins during alcoholic fermentation, allowing the extraction of colour, tannins and aromatic compounds from the grapes. It is a technique deeply rooted in winemaking tradition and adaptable to a wide range of grape varieties, from native varieties to the best-known international ones.

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Alcoholic fermentation with selected yeasts

Fermentation with selected yeasts is a winemaking technique that uses specific yeast strains chosen to start and control alcoholic fermentation. This practice ensures a stable and predictable fermentation, allowing producers to obtain wines with well-defined aromatic and flavour profiles.

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Ageing methods used for Gran Selezione Vigna Grospoli

In cask (19–36 months)

Ageing in barrique for 7 to 18 months is one of the most common stages for medium- and full-bodied wines, where the wood has time to interact with the wine in depth without dominating it. This length gives balanced wines, with greater aromatic complexity, polished tannins and a more refined evolutionary profile, keeping varietal and tertiary notes in balance.

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Time on the lees for Gran Selezione Vigna Grospoli

No contact with the lees