Chianti Classico DOCG Monticello - Colombaio di Cencio
Chianti Classico DOCG Monticello - Colombaio di Cencio

Chianti Classico DOCG Monticello - Colombaio di Cencio 2023

Colombaio di Cencio
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Format: 75 cl

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Producer Colombaio di Cencio
Name Chianti Classico DOCG
Variety Sangiovese 100%
Vintage 2023
Gradation 14.5%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, spices, floral notes
Vinification method Steel fermentation, skin maceration
Region Tuscany
Production area Chianti Classico, Tuscany
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging Minimum 12 months
Type of cask Oak barrels
Color Ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 5-7 years
Pairing Red meats, aged cheeses, Tuscan dishes

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The Chianti Classico DOCG Monticello - Colombaio di Cencio is an emblematic wine produced in the heart of Tuscany, in the renowned Chianti Classico area. Made primarily with Sangiovese, a grape variety that best expresses the Tuscan character, this wine stands out for its elegance and structure. The aging in oak barrels gives it a refined balance between fruity notes of cherry and plum, and spicy and slightly toasted aromas typical of the wood. On the palate, it is soft yet decisive, with well-integrated tannins and a persistent, harmonious finish. Ideal to accompany traditional Tuscan dishes such as roast meats, game, or aged cheeses, it is capable of enhancing the rustic flavors of local cuisine while maintaining a pleasant freshness. A perfect combination of territory, tradition, and oenological quality.
The winery

Colombaio di Cencio – Winery in Toscana

Discover the story and wines of Colombaio di Cencio.

Winery located in Gaiole in Chianti (Tuscany) with a strong focus on Sangiovese and on producing Chianti Classico and Tuscany IGT wines.
Region: Toscana
Country: Italia
Founded: 1993
Grapes: Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malvasia, Trebbiano, Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Pinot Bianco
Based in Gaiole in Chianti, in the heart of Chianti Classico. Strong emphasis on Sangiovese and Gran Selezione bottles. Vineyards managed using sustainable practices Acquired by the Fontanafredda Group in 2018. Recognitions from international guides
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Winery history
The estate began as a wine estate following the restoration of a farmhouse. According to the official website, it was launched in 1993 by an entrepreneur drawn to the hills of Gaiole in Chianti. Over time the winery established its identity in Chianti Classico and also distinguished itself with Toscana IGT wines. In 2018 the estate was acquired by the Fontanafredda group, which relaunched its production and communication project.
Production philosophy
The winery adopts an approach that combines tradition and modernity, guided by values of purity, passion and classicism, with attention to sustainable agricultural practices. It presents itself as a promoter of the territory’s beauty through its wines.
Terroir and vineyards
The vineyards are located in the municipality of Gaiole in Chianti. The soils are described as very stony, with compact limestone over a sandstone base; the vineyards lie at elevations between 280 and 480 metres and are divided among the localities Cornia, Montelodoli and Vinci.
Awards and recognitions
The winery and some of its wines have received recognition from specialist guides and publications.

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Official Awards

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