Villa Rosa’s vines extend over 30 hectares in Castella in Chianti at altitudes between 225 and 425 metres. The Cecchi Family purchased the property from the Lucherini Bandini Family in 2015, after their careful stewardship over 70 years. As soon as the company was purchased, a meticulous project of soil profiling commenced, consisting of in-depth analysis of the terrain and isolation of three vigneti: Casetto, Ribaldoni and the original, 1965-planted Palagione. Each represents different terroir and brings various aspects, altitudes and soil types to the portfolio, the latter of which is responsible for the foundation of not only the Gran Selezione, but the historic rootstock for future vine generations.

This is 100% Sangiovese, sourced from older vines across these blocks, some on very steep gradients. Fermentation was in steel before maturation for 15 months in French oak and the remaining 15 months in concrete and bottle. Although Gran Selezione are always the boldest and fullest of the Chianti wines, this is a very finely structured expression, providing a great point of difference from other wines of its genre.

2020

“Dried flowers, orange peel, clove, sour cherries and hints of truffle on the nose. It’s layered, complex and full of flavour, with zesty acidity and lightly chewy tannins. Medium to full body. Excellent persistence” 93 points, James Suckling

93 Points, Vinum Magazin

92 points, Wine Spectator

92 points, Wine Enthusiast

93 points, Decanter

2019

“Raspberries, currants, pomegranate and lemon peel are the primary scents of this Sangiovese made in Chianti Classico in the Gallo Nero category. Medium to full bodied, light tannins and a finale of optimum craftsmanship. Drink now or hold.” 94 points, Winescritic.com

3 Bicchieri, Gambero Rosso

94 points, Vinum Magazin

Gold, Winehunter.it

93 points, Jeb Dunnuck