Renzo Marinai
The Renzo Marinai estate, called San Martino a Cecione, takes its name from the nearby ancient church of San Martino. The oldest structure on the farm is a watchtower dating from 1163 A.D. which was part of the Florentines’ defenses against their traditional enemies, the Siennese. Renzo Marinai himself took on the estate in 1996 and with the support of oenologist Giovanni Cappelli, completely reorganized its operations, converting it to an entirely organic farm. This was a logical step given that the farm had long been run along natural, biodynamic lines. The estate covers some 33 hectares; just over eight are under the vine. The land undulates, rising and falling to between 350 and 500 meters above sea level. The soil is marl, perfect for Sangiovese, allowing good drainage and the development of deep roots. After Renzo Marinai’s arrival at San Martino, a Cecione in 1996 new vineyards were laid out and planted, and the traditional dry stone walls were painstakingly rebuilt to reflect the land as it had looked for centuries. And later, under Tom Heidman’s stewardship, more than two hectares of new vineyards were planted in 2014/15 and many new dry stone walls were built. Foremost among the red grapes planted today is the Tuscan signature variety, the Sangiovese. Next comes Cabernet Sauvignon, then a range of native varieties including Foglia Tonda, Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo, Colorino, Mammolo and Pugnitello.
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Chianti Classico DOCG Renzo Marinai, Tasting notes:
Brilliant ruby red in colour, this Chianti Classico has a composed, delicate and long bouquet, the taste is dry, full and savoury, with good texture.
Chianti Classico DOCG Renzo Marinai
The land where renzo Marinai's estate stands offers a unique terroir rich in mineral salts in which sangiovese plays the leading role, and the wines produced acquire unique characteristics in terms of aromas and structure.
Renzo Marinai
Renzo Marinai's estate is named after the nearby ancient church of San Martino. Renzo Marinai himself took over the estate in 1996 and, with the support of oenologist Giovanni Cappelli, completely reorganised its operations, converting it into an entirely organic farm. The estate covers about 33 hectares; just over eight are planted with vines. The terrain is undulating, rising and falling between 350 and 500 metres above sea level. The soil is marly, perfect for Sangiovese, allowing good drainage and the development of deep roots.
Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG Renzo Marinai, Tasting notes:
Displays a deep ruby red colour and a pervasive, elegant and persistent bouquet; it is dry in the mouth, balanced and warm, with lots of body. The Riserva offers real concentration and depth of character.
Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG Renzo Marinai
The Renzo Marinai Chianti Classico is a very well-balanced expression of Sangiovese showing a large component of ripe fruit balanced by structure and freshness. The fruity core of the wine's bouquet is pleasantly surrounded by notes of spice, leather and delicate tobacco. It is a fantastic, informal and approachable wine
Renzo Marinai
Renzo Marinai's estate is named after the nearby ancient church of San Martino. Renzo Marinai himself took over the estate in 1996 and, with the support of oenologist Giovanni Cappelli, completely reorganised its operations, converting it into an entirely organic farm. The estate covers about 33 hectares; just over eight are planted with vines. The terrain is undulating, rising and falling between 350 and 500 metres above sea level. The soil is marly, perfect for Sangiovese, allowing good drainage and the development of deep roots.
Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Renzo Marinai, Tasting notes:
It has an intense, brilliant red color, it is delicate, elegant, and balanced and with a remarkable body.
Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Renzo Marinai
It is a 100% Sangiovese with an intense and brilliant red colour, delicate, elegant, harmonious, with a remarkable body and very persistent character, a wine of great substance and surprising complexity. A wine for great ageing.
RENZO MARINAΙ
CHIANTI CLASSICO
CONTROLLED AND GUARANTEED DESIGNATION OF ORIGIN
GRAN SELEZIONE
ORGANIC
IT-BIO-014 EU Agriculture
Bottled by: Renzo Marinai S.A.R.L. Greve in Chianti - Italy
750ml
PRODUCED IN ITALY UNFILTERED WINE
14.5% vol
CONTAINS SULPHITES
Renzo Marinai
Renzo Marinai's estate is named after the nearby ancient church of San Martino. Renzo Marinai himself took over the estate in 1996 and, with the support of oenologist Giovanni Cappelli, completely reorganised its operations, converting it into an entirely organic farm. The estate covers about 33 hectares; just over eight are planted with vines. The terrain is undulating, rising and falling between 350 and 500 metres above sea level. The soil is marly, perfect for Sangiovese, allowing good drainage and the development of deep roots.
