Castello di Querceto Il Picchio Chianti Classico Riserva Gran Selezione DOCG 1.5 L proprieta-sperino The Laurel Vineyard sits atop

The Laurel Vineyard sits atop Bald Peak at a lofty 381 metres and was originally planted to Pinot Noir in 1981 by owner John Albin for use in his sparkling and rosé programme

Crystal-clear yellow colour

Suggested food pairing: Bresse chicken fricassee with mushrooms

as Jo Landron wanted to retain as much freshness and minerality as possible

large format old oak and zero movements of the wine up to bottling has preserved every ounce of flavour

Castello di Querceto Il Picchio Chianti Classico Riserva Gran Selezione DOCG 1.5 L proprieta-sperino The Laurel Vineyard sits atopIn the Chianti Classico category, it is the winery's flagship. Intense ruby red color. The aroma is balanced, elegant and captivating, with tones of red fruit, flowers, chocolate, exotic spices and herbs. The characteristic, structured, rich and yet fresh taste perfectly matches the aroma. It has noticeable but well integrated tannins.