Balvede – Sangiovese Magnum

Description

BALVEDE

Limited Availability
Tipica 2023 – Sangiovese
1,5 l
13,5% alcohol volume

FROM THE WINEMAKER

At One Belvedere, we discovered a true treasure – an ancient vineyard dating back to the 1970s, perhaps even further back.
A vineyard like this is a rare gem, with its multiple clones, deep-rooted vines, and the rich reserve wood in every plant. Crafting wine from this vineyard was the easiest decision we’ve ever made, and the results have far exceeded our expectations.
Balvede 2023 is a deep, elegant, and baroque wine – the pinnacle expression of our 2023 vintage.
“The young run fast, but the old know the way.”
— Sudanese Proverb

TASTING NOTES

The density and the color of Balvede are the “overture” to a wine of serious richness and complexity. Its dark red hue is laced with ruby reflex.
On the nose, the scent is serious. you’ll find dark ripe cherries, olives, and the sweet spice of clove. The palate is austere yet fresh, with crunchy textures. What the scent promises, you will find in the sip—but be prepared for additional notes of pomegranate, orange zest, and pepper. Soft tannins, a generous body, and an explosion of flavors make it truly captivating.
Though Balvede 2023 is more shy than its predecessor, this is a sure sign of something special to come. Time will be kind to this wine.

Imbottigliato da ICQRF FI 16969
per ONE BELVEDERE, Loc Casanuova dei Carfini
Castellina in Chianti (Si) – ITALIA
C.F. 00310770524 | P.I. 04398131005

WINEMAKING

Grape receiving: only destemming, no crushing
Fermentation: spontaneous
Ageing: 9 months in mature french oak (500 l size)
Fining: no fining, unfiltered
Bottling: manual by gravity
Shelf Life: 20 years
Available in Standard size (750 ml) and Magnum size (1500 ml)

VINEYARD

Cépage: 95% Sangiovese, 2% Canaiolo, 3% Colorino
Climat: Old Vineyard – One Belvedere, Castellina in Chianti
Age of the Vineyard: 25 Y.O.
Density of plantation: 4000 plantshectare
Yield: 4,5 tonsha
Surface: 1,3 ha
Altitude: 270 m a.s.l.
Exposition: north-west
Training system: unilateral guyot
Soil: clay – calcareous marn
Budding time: 15.04
Flowering: 29.05
Veraison: 01.08
Harvest: 14.09
Picking method: manual in box
Farming: organic