Poggio Civetta Chianti Classico

Winemaker Tenute Rossetti on the winery

“Tenute Rossetti is a Tuscan winery with strong ties to the region’s traditional wine-growing areas. We make wines that place the character of the grapes and their origin centre stage. Our approach combines generations of knowledge with modern techniques in both the vineyard and the cellar. Our winemaker, Elisabetta Matteini, pays particular attention to balance and expression, aiming to create wines with a distinctive regional identity and their own character.”

And on Chianti Classico, Italy

“Our Poggio Civetta comes from Greve in Chianti, in the heart of the Chianti Classico region. The vineyards are situated on steep slopes with predominantly sandy soils. The combination of altitude, cool nights and a long growing season helps the grapes retain their aromas and freshness. We use 90% Sangiovese, complemented by Canaiolo and Cabernet Sauvignon. After one to two weeks of skin maceration, the wine spends nine months ageing in small and large oak barrels. This gives it firm structure, fresh acidity and aromas of wild berries, cherries, violets and spice.”