Uggiano Roccialta Chianti Classico
WHY WE LOVE IT
- The Uggiano Chianti Classico Roccialta is a red wine from Tuscany, Italy, renowned for its ideal Chianti Classico qualities.
- This well-balanced wine features good acidity and a pleasant finish.
- Predominantly made from Sangiovese grapes, with a smaller percentage of Canaiolo (a red Italian wine grape grown through Central Italy but is most noted in Tuscany).
- Enjoyable now and has the potential to improve with age, possibly lasting up to a decade.
Varietal: 85%+ Sangiovese, 15% Canaiolo and other red grapes
Elaboration: A large ageing cellar contains 3000-6000Lt. Slavonian oak casks and 225Lt. French oak barrels for aging Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah, enhancing their aromatic characteristics before bottling.
Tasting Notes: The fragrant bouquet is dominated by violet, cherry and blackberry. On the palate, the wine is harmonious and dry; the soft tannins and moderate acidity contribute to the structure of this Tuscan treasure.
PRESS
2018 – 91 James Sucking | 90 Vinous
2019 – 90 Wine Enthusiast | 90 James Suckling
2020 – 91 James Suckling
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Azienda Uggiano is a Tuscan winery located in San Vincenzo a Torri, near Florence. Founded in the 1970s, it was taken over in 2014 by three longtime employees: Fabio Martelli, Daniele Prosperi, and Giacomo Fossati. The vineyards, located on the border between Chianti Classico and Chianti Colli Fiorentini, produce celebrated wines, including Chianti Classico, Chianti Colli Fiorentini, Super Tuscans, as well as Rosso and Brunello from Montalcino.
Uggiano prioritizes quality in its winemaking, from vineyard management to bottling, and has achieved Equalitas Sustainable certification. The winery blends tradition with innovation to meet the evolving needs of wine enthusiasts.