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Cantina
dell'Aretina Colli Aretini Chianti Tuscany, Italy
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Cascina dell'Aretiina
The Cantina dei Vini Tipici dellÕArentino is a
co-operative which began in 1970 with 57 members
and today has over 500 members who own over 800
hectares of specialized vineyards in the province
of Arezzo in the countryside of Tuscany. The Cantina
lies in the rolling Tuscan hills which are ideally
suited to the cultivation of high quality grapes.
By law the member vineyards must deliver their
entire harvest to the Cantina. None of their grape
harvest is kept for their own private sale, hence
the quality of the CantinaÕs wines is kept at
a very high level. The growers of these historic
hillsides are very aware that quality pays. All
the Chianti from the Cantina is made in the typical
Tuscan Governo-style. The grapes are hand picked,
exclusively, then accurately sorted into boxes.
They are then cold pressed, under temperature-controlled
conditions with subsequent prolonged maceration
in order to enhance the fragrances and retain
the color continuity from the skins. Drawing off
(natural decanting) into small stainless steel
tanks, successive decanting and the toscano-governo
method of adding small amounts of must of unfermented
(fresh) slightly withered grapes, second fermentation
in oak in underground cellars at a constant temperature,
periodic decanting and the successive phase of
maturation in Slavonic oak casks, are the typical
stages that the Cantina employs in the making
of all their Chiantis.
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Aretino Wines
Rosso Toscano
This wine is made from 75% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo,
5% Merlot, and 10% Trebbiano Toscano and Malvasia
del Chianti. It has a clean crisp aroma, ruby red
in color and a dry pleasing taste with good body
and structure. A great accompaniment to all pastas
and all types of meats and cheeses. Serve at room
temperature.
Bianco Toscano
This wine is made from 80% Trebbiano Toscano and
20% Malvasia del Chianti. It has a light straw color
with a fresh, vivacious, dry, yet light taste and
intense fruit. Serve chilled with antipasti, minestrone,
light meats & fish or just as an enjoyable sipping
wine.
Terre Toscanae Sangiovese di Toscano
Made from 100% Sangiovese grapes that are hand picked
and sorted, traditionally cold pressed under temperature
controlled conditions and subsequent prolonged maceration
in order to enhance the frangrances and retain the
color continuity from the skins. this wine has a
briliant ruby red color tending to granite with
age. the aroma is distinctly characteristic of Sangiovese,
delicate, fresh and full. It is soft and velvety
on the palate with good structure and an engaging
persistence. This is a wine of beautiful body and
is perfect for many dining occasions. Couples well
wiht grilled or roasted meats, all red meats, game
and sharp cheese. Serve at room temperature.
Barone Albergotti - Rosso di Toscana
The Albergotti family is an aristocratic Aretina
family that, as noble rulers, have influence of
note in the history of not only the city, but the
Province. In fact, in the history of Arezzo, the
central story of the city is still dedicated to
the Albergotti family. One of the descendents of
this noble family is Dr. Enrico Albergotti, who
holds the title of Barone, and is the original founder
of the Cantina. He is the proprietor of twelve hectares
of vineyards in the locality of Ceciliano, a hilly
zone in the community of Arezzo, where the highest
grade grapes of his vineyards are used to make the
Rosso Barone Albergotti. For 25 years the Barone
has been the caring Vice-President of the Cantina
and is the President of the Provincial Union of
Agriculture. The noble wine of Barone Albergotti-Rosso
di Toscana, has been named in honor of this noble
Baron. It is made from a blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet
Sauvignon, Canaiolo, and a small portion of other
indigenous red grape varietals. The grapes are cold
pressed with prolonged maceration under temperature
controlled conditions. The traditional Tuscan governo-style
of wine making is also employed in the making of
this wine , with the periodic natural decanting
(drawing off) the addition of fresh must and the
maturation of the wine in Slavonic oak barrels (in
underground cellars). After 12 months of barrel
aging, the wine is filtered and bottled under completely
sterilized conditions. The wine then rests for three
months in the bottles before being released into
the marketplace. This noble wine has an intense,
persistent and delicately vanilla flavor with hints
of mature fruit. The taste is dry, full-bodied and
well structured with the characteristic scent of
berries, vanilla and wood. A wonderful compliment
to robust meals of game, barbecued meats, spicy
cheeses and all types of pastas with tasty sauces.
Serve at room temperature.
Ruspante Chianti DOCG
This wine comes from 75% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo,
5% Cabernet, 5%Trebbiano di Toscano, and 5% Malvasia
del Chianti. It has a persistent and pronounced
yet delicately fruity aroma. The taste is pleasing
but dry with soft tannins that become velvety with
time. The color is ruby red that tends to granite
with age. A complement to red meats, pastas, and
tasty cheeses. Serve at room temperature.
Vasari Chianti Colli Aretini DOCG
A fine Chianti made from a blend of hand picked
Sangiovese, Canaiolo Toscano, and a small percentage
of Cabernet, Trebbiano Toscano, and Malvasia del
Chianti. The wine is skillfully vinified and then
matured in Slavonic oak. The color is a vibrant
ruby red that tends to granite with age. The aroma
is pleasingly intense and delicately floral. The
taste is dry, well balanced with good structure
and a finish reminiscent of wild berries. A delightful
complement to smoked or barbecued meats, game, and
spicy cheeses. Serve at room temperature.
Fonterosso Chianti Riserva
Made from 75% Sangiovese and 15% Cabernet grapes
(which may vary slightly according to the harvest)
and 5% each of Canaiolo and Merlot, this beautiful
Chianti is made in a very special manner. After
the traditional hand harvesting and vinification
of the grapes, the juice is separated and aged for
two years, in four different ways; 20% of the juice
goes into small, two year old French Allier barrels
of medium toast, 20% goes into small, two year old
Missouri Oak barrels of medium toast, 40% goes into
medium sized Slavonic oak barrels and 20% is conserved
in stainless steel. After this time in wood, the
wine is blended together and kept for one month
to rest, under temperature control, in stainless
steel. This is a prestigious, full bodied, robust
wine that can be served on many occasions. A fine
complement to roasted and grilled meats, game and
seasoned cheeses. Serve at room temperature. To
enjoy the optimum flavor, decant for one hour prior
to dining.
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