Wines
From their 30 hectars of vineyards, the Counts Capponi produce wines
internationally recognised and enjoyed since the beginning of the 20th
century.
However, the products of Villa Calcinaia were already well
known since the 16th century, as proven by documents in the family
archive.
Chianti Classico DOCG
The select grapes of the traditional red Chianti variety are hand-picked from the vineyards on the estate between mid-September and the beginning of October, and fermented in stainless-steel tanks for the production of Chianti Classico. The wine is partly aged in 30 hectolitre oak-casks, in French oak barrels of 225 liters and 500 liters. The colour of the wine is ruby-red with garnet shadings, a fruity flavour with traces of cherry and ripe fruit. At the taste, the wine appears to be of medium structure, typically well-balanced, well-flavoured and persistent in its aftertaste. This wine is best combined with hearty sauces, pasta, roasts and game.
