Italy
Candialle
Panzano
Winemakers: Jarkko Peränen & Vittorio Fiore
Viticulture: Organic
Candialle, one of Tuscany's up and coming estates, is located 20km south of Florence along the Via Chiantigiana – the famous route that leads through the hills and vineyards of the Chianti Classico DOCG to Siena. Owned by Josephin Cramer and Jarkko Peränen, Candialle's vineyards are nestled below the historic village of Panzano in Chianti in the famous Conca d'Oro, the valley of the 'Golden Shell', long considered Tuscany's 'grand cru'. The vines here benefit from the valley's micro climate and natural wide open spaces. The soil composition, high in Galestro – a marl-like soil – with a small amount of Albarese limestone, is a combination of Tuscany's finest. Josephin and Jarkko take a holistic approach to their 'agroecosystem', employing environmentally friendly cultivation methods to strictly control yields, essential factors in ensuring the uniqueness of Candialle wines.
There are less than six hectares under vine and they make two Chianti Classicos. 'C' is produced from younger Sangiovese vines with 10% Merlot and made in a fruit forward, appealing style at a great price point. 'Candialle', the estate's best selection, is an impressive, contemporary expression of Sangiovese and the Conca d'Oro terroir.
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Wines
Chianti Classico DOCG 'C'
Chianti Classico DOCG 'Candialle'