Region: Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy

Composition: 100% Sangiovese

History: These are some of the most rewarding Chiantis from a producer who celebrates the history, culture and cuisine of a region prized since ancient times for its rich soil and favorable climate. The rolling hillsides lend themselves to optimal cultivation of the Sangiovese grape, which ripens to perfection during hot, dry summers. La Maialina wines express the essence of Tuscany and the tradition of quality that defines this historic region. The name La Maialina (little pig) refers to the Cinta Senese breed that originated in the Siena area during the 1300s and is the only native Tuscan pig to survive extinction. Produced by the revered Attilio Pagli, the wines are made to express the essence of the territory and the quality tradition of this historic region.

Tasting Notes:

Invited aromas of black cherries, plums and sweet spices, with hints of roses and black pepper, elegant and lush on the palate with round ripe tannins and a long finish.