Antinori 2022 Peppoli Chianti Classico DOCG (Sangiovese, Merlot &Syrah)

• Producer: Antinori
• Varietal: Sangiovese
• Region: Tuscany
• Alcohol: 13.0%
• Net volume: 750ml
• Vintage: 2022

The Pèppoli vineyards produces a Chianti Classico that is a blend made from Sangiovese grapes and complementary varieties; Peppoli is recognized and appreciated for the full expression of its fruit. A wine that represents the Chianti Classico territory and its historic grape variety with typical floral and fruity aromas

CLIMATE: The 2022 growing season in Chianti Classico began with cold and dry winter weather. Lack of rainfall persisted throughout the following months up until mid-August. Spring and summer were hot, the months of June and Julyregistered higher than average seasonal temperatures. Despite this season’s weather patterns, the vines were able to regulate their growth cycle adapting to the heatand began veraison with idealvegetative vigorand a well-balanced crop load. The last half of August brought rain showersand lower temperatures thatallowed the grapes to begin an optimal ripening phase, while perfect climatic conditions in fall resulted in a harvest with the highest qualityfruit. Harvesting activities for Pèppoli began on September 8th and were completed the first week of October

VINIFICATION: Each grape variety was harvested separately, destemmed, gently crushed, and transferred into stainless steel tanks. Alcoholic fermentation took place at a controlled temperature between 26 and 28 °C (80 – 82 °F) to enhance aromatic compounds and preserve the fruity and floral notes of each grape variety. Maceration was performed with mechanical methods to best extract soft, supple tannins over a period of 10-12 days for Sangiovese and fora maximum of two weeks for the complementary varieties. Once malolactic fermentation was completed by the end of the winter season, the wine was blended and transferred into barrels. Pèppoli aged in large Slavonian oak barrels and a small percentage was aged in barriques and stainless-steel vats. Bottling began in the month of September 2023.

HISTORICAL DATA: The Pèppoli vineyards produce a Chianti Classico that isa blend made from Sangiovese grapes and complementary varieties; Pèppoli is recognized and appreciated for the full expression of its fruit. A wine that represents the Chianti Classico territory and its historic grape variety with typical floral and fruity aromas. Pèppoli was first produced in 1985 and since 2013 part of the harvest undergoes vinification at the Antinori nel Chianti Classico cellar

TASTING NOTES: Pèppoli 2022   bright ruby  red color. The nose offers fresh impressions of red fruit, especially currants, strawberries, pomegranates, and hints of watermelon. Delicate floral aromas of dog rose, hibiscus and undertones of caramel complete the aromatic bouquet. Entry on the palate is mouth filling and savory, and is followed by fresh lively sensations with soft, supple tannins. Pèppoli 2022 closes with a full-flavoUred vibrant finish.