Region: Tuscany, Italy (Chianti Superiore DOCG, Siena)
Grapes: 80% Sangiovese, 15% Colorino, 5% Canaiolo
Body: Medium
Notes: Fresh cherries, wild raspberries, hints of hibiscus flower, tilled earth, savory Mediterranean herbs, with vibrant acidity and dusty, wet-stone mineral tannins
Pairing: Pappardelle with wild boar ragù, grilled Tuscan sausages, continuous charcuterie boards, or aged pecorino cheese with honey
Tenuta Larnianone is an authoritative, historic Tuscan estate managed by the Morfini family, situated in the breathtaking, rolling hills just outside the medieval city of Siena. Spanning a sprawling property rich in biodiversity, the estate treats winemaking as a dedicated tribute to the preservation of local traditions. Their highly prized vine rows, some originally planted as far back as 1975, thrive at altitudes of 265 to 285 meters on unique Pliocene-era soils composed of clay densely packed with prehistoric seashell fossils. Tenuta Larnianone utilizes careful, hands-on organic farming practices, including intense manual canopy work, plowing, and strict yield controls. In the cellar, they seamlessly bridge ancestral Tuscan frameworks with modern precision, producing elegant, characterful small-batch estates focused on varietal authenticity and deep regional transparency.
The 2023 "Santa Virginia" Chianti Superiore is a beautifully composed, highly scannable red blend engineered to showcase the pure, vibrant soul of traditional Sangiovese. Benefiting from a balanced 2023 growing season in Siena—where ample winter rainfall gave way to warm summer days and cool, breezy nights—the fruit achieved exceptional phenolic maturity while locking in superb natural acidity. Hand-harvested with strict cluster selection, the grapes undergo an immaculate 20-day temperature-controlled fermentation in concrete and stainless steel vats with manual pump-overs twice a day to isolate clean, elegant fruit structures. The juice undergoes malolactic fermentation in concrete before being transferred into a combination of used Hungarian and French oak tonneaux for a patient 8-month maturation. The resulting deep ruby vintage delivers a masterclass in balance; it effortlessly pairs a crunchy, berry-laden core and high-toned floral aromatics with a savory, mineral-driven undercurrent and a beautifully polished, dusty-tannin finish.
Region: Tuscany, Italy (Chianti Superiore DOCG, Siena)
Grapes: 80% Sangiovese, 15% Colorino, 5% Canaiolo
Body: Medium
Notes: Fresh cherries, wild raspberries, hints of hibiscus flower, tilled earth, savory Mediterranean herbs, with vibrant acidity and dusty, wet-stone mineral tannins
Pairing: Pappardelle with wild boar ragù, grilled Tuscan sausages, continuous charcuterie boards, or aged pecorino cheese with honey
Tenuta Larnianone is an authoritative, historic Tuscan estate managed by the Morfini family, situated in the breathtaking, rolling hills just outside the medieval city of Siena. Spanning a sprawling property rich in biodiversity, the estate treats winemaking as a dedicated tribute to the preservation of local traditions. Their highly prized vine rows, some originally planted as far back as 1975, thrive at altitudes of 265 to 285 meters on unique Pliocene-era soils composed of clay densely packed with prehistoric seashell fossils. Tenuta Larnianone utilizes careful, hands-on organic farming practices, including intense manual canopy work, plowing, and strict yield controls. In the cellar, they seamlessly bridge ancestral Tuscan frameworks with modern precision, producing elegant, characterful small-batch estates focused on varietal authenticity and deep regional transparency.
The 2023 "Santa Virginia" Chianti Superiore is a beautifully composed, highly scannable red blend engineered to showcase the pure, vibrant soul of traditional Sangiovese. Benefiting from a balanced 2023 growing season in Siena—where ample winter rainfall gave way to warm summer days and cool, breezy nights—the fruit achieved exceptional phenolic maturity while locking in superb natural acidity. Hand-harvested with strict cluster selection, the grapes undergo an immaculate 20-day temperature-controlled fermentation in concrete and stainless steel vats with manual pump-overs twice a day to isolate clean, elegant fruit structures. The juice undergoes malolactic fermentation in concrete before being transferred into a combination of used Hungarian and French oak tonneaux for a patient 8-month maturation. The resulting deep ruby vintage delivers a masterclass in balance; it effortlessly pairs a crunchy, berry-laden core and high-toned floral aromatics with a savory, mineral-driven undercurrent and a beautifully polished, dusty-tannin finish.
What is natural wine?
Natural wine is wine made with minimal intervention from the winemaker, using organically or biodynamically grown grapes and without the addition of chemicals or additives such as sulfites. The result is a wine that is unique, expressive, and often has a more complex and nuanced flavor profile than conventional wines. Natural wine is also often associated with sustainable and ethical farming practices, making it a popular choice for those interested in environmentally friendly and socially responsible products.