"...While Sangiovese has always been the fulcrum of the Chianti Classico zone, the grape variety is extremely sensitive to the specific environment in which it grows [emphasis added]," says Querciabella's Technical Director Dales D'Alessandro. "San Polo is one of the area's few sub-zones that possesses all of the quintessential climate and soil features that are vital in obtaining Sangiovese with finesse, elegance and structure."
OK, Dales, so just exactly what are the quintessential climate and soil features that make for great Sangiovese? We've noticed the same sensitivity here in Napa Valley, which is just as diverse as Chianti in soils/climate, and we're grateful that Rodeno clone Sangiovese is very happy in our estate vineyard. But we'd sure like to understand why...
OK, Dales, so just exactly what are the quintessential climate and soil features that make for great Sangiovese? We've noticed the same sensitivity here in Napa Valley, which is just as diverse as Chianti in soils/climate, and we're grateful that Rodeno clone Sangiovese is very happy in our estate vineyard. But we'd sure like to understand why...
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