BACIATE ME Canaiolo 2021

Baciate Me Canaiolo 2021

The Baciate Me Canaiolo 2021 is a pure Canaiolo produced by the Baciate Me winery, located in the heart of Chianti Classico, in San Casciano in Val di Pesa. This project stems from the passion of a group of friends who decided to recover a vineyard abandoned for years, transforming it into a symbol of dedication to viticulture.

Terroir and Vineyard

The vineyard extends over medium-textured soils with a significant presence of clay, a good supply of organic matter, and a rich skeleton mainly composed of alberese stone. The exposures vary between North-East for the larger vineyard and West-South-West for the smaller vineyard, ensuring an ideal microclimate for grape ripening. The vines are over fifty years old and are planted following tradition, with a dominant presence of Canaiolo, flanked by Sangiovese and Trebbiano.

Cultivation

Agricultural management is certified organic, with particular attention to soil fertility as a primary objective. The training system of the old vines includes spurred cordon, Guyot, and, in some cases, a “fantasy pruning” that follows the needs of individual plants.

Winemaking

The harvest is done manually with a scrupulous selection of the bunches. After soft destemming, fermentation takes place spontaneously at a controlled temperature (maximum 28-30 °C) with pump-overs and a delestage. Maceration on the skins lasts about 20 days, enhancing the structure and complexity of the wine.

Tasting Notes

• Color: Intense and bright ruby red.
• Nose: Notes of ripe red fruits, enriched by delicate floral nuances and an elegant spicy background.
• Taste: Structured and complex, with a marked freshness and great drinkability. Balanced and persistent, it stands out for a refined harmony between acidity and tannins.

Pairings

The Baciate Me Canaiolo 2021 pairs perfectly with traditional Tuscan dishes, cured meats, and hearty first courses with pork or game ragù, second courses of meat, and cheeses of light to medium maturity. The recommended serving temperature is 16-18 °C.

Additional Notes:

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