Il Cortile

Chianti Colli Fiorentini DOCG

2015

85% Sangiovese
15% Canaiolo & Colorino 

Italy

ESTATE HISTORY

The Guicciardini Family

Since 1200 the Guicciardini , one of the most ancient Florentine families, held a prominent position in the social, political and commercial life of Florence.

Piero G. was named “Conte Palatino” by the Emperor Sigismund of Luxembourg in 1416. The Guicciardini took part in the public life of Florence contributing 44 “priori”, 16 “gonfalonieri di giustizia” and 12 senators.

The most famous member of our family is the Historian Francesco Guicciardini (1483-1540) who , after having been entrusted with important appointments by the Medicis (Ambassador to Spain , Governor of Modena and Reggio , Head of the Cognac league) , retired to Florence and Poppiano where he wrote a part of his masterpiece “Historia d’ Italia”.

Il Cortile” is the result of years of focused efforts at Castello di Poppiano to enhance its most typical product, “Chianti Colli Fiorentini” DOCG. Optimum exposure of the vineyards and low yields are the key factors behind this high quality wine.

WINEMAKING

Process Fermentation in stainless steel vats at controlled temperature of 26-27°C, 14 days maceration.
Maturing and Aging in vats and partly in oak casks for 4-6 months, then in bottle.
Alcohol 13 – 13.5 % Vol.

TASTING

Brilliant ruby with purple hues, incisive aromas which open with fruity flavours, great balance between alcoholic component and tannins. Elegant, deep, long finish.