UNO IGT „Special Edition“ 2021

Wine Description for UNO IGT „Special Edition“ 2021 from Tenuta di Carleone

Colour & Appearance

Clear, translucent cherry red – the transparency reveals classic Sangiovese origins and deliberately eschews modern extraction.

Nose

Precise and multi-layered: sour cherries and cherry stones form the foundation, alongside undergrowth and crushed stone. The violet notes typical of Alberese soils lend the bouquet a particular floral dimension. Accents of dark chocolate, leather and subtle wood notes complete the aromatic profile.

Palate

Here Sean O’Callaghan’s mastery reveals itself in perfection. The 2021 possesses that tension and acidity structure which once defined Chianti Classico – yet has become rare today. Red-berried, crisp fruit meets distinctive yet polished tannin, which structures without dominating. Almost electrifying in its freshness, yet of impressive depth. The perfect balance of acidity, tannin and fruit promises decades of ageing potential.

Finish

Long, juicy and of mineral precision. The acidity carries through to the end, the tannins remain present but elegant.

Terroir & Origin

Finest Sangiovese grapes from the vineyards of Radda in Chianti. The elevation and characteristic Alberese soils (limestone-marl) shape the mineral character. The 2021 vintage played perfectly into the hands of this classic style.

Grape Variety & Vinification

100% Sangiovese. Traditional processing with foot treading, spontaneous fermentation in concrete tanks and open vessels. Minimal extraction during two months‘ maceration with skin contact. Maturation over 18 months, 90% in concrete and stainless steel, 10% in partially new tonneaux.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Bistecca alla Fiorentina, Pappardelle al Cinghiale, aged Pecorino Toscano, Ossobuco or game dishes with mushrooms and polenta.

Special Features

Bears the title »La Trentesima Vendemmia di Sean O’Callaghan« – the 30th harvest of the legendary winemaker. Officially an IGT Toscana Rosso, unofficially an outstanding Chianti Classico Riserva of exceptional quality and ageing potential.