{"title":"Le Chiuse","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe estate is located in Montalcino, in the Valdicava area on the northern slope of the hill, and is run by Simonetta Valiani, a descendant of the Biondi Santi family, together with her son Lorenzo Magnelli, the winemaker since 2006. The vineyards are the same ones the Biondi Santi family used for their Riserva; since 1992, the grapes have been made into wine under their own label.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard comprises seven hectares of Sangiovese grosso, plus two hectares southeast of the town. The approach is traditional: indigenous yeasts, gravity-flow winemaking, aging in large Slavonian oak casks, and certified organic farming.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe range revolves around Brunello, Riserva, and Rosso di Montalcino. The STELT selection includes Brunello di Montalcino 2021 and Rosso di Montalcino 2023, in 0.75 format. Provenance verified.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"le-chiuse-brunello-di-montalcino-2021-075","title":"Le Chiuse Brunello di Montalcino 2021 DOCG 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eLe Chiuse Brunello di Montalcino 2021 DOCG 0.75 liters is a wine that presents itself as a measured synthesis of substance and refinement, designed to accompany moments of quiet elegance and to tell the story of the Montalcino region within a bottle capable of standing the test of time, offering an aromatic and flavor profile that slowly reveals itself to those who know how to wait. The Le Chiuse estate was founded through the dedication of a family that has patiently cultivated selected vineyards, tying its identity to a land that rewards care, precision, and continuity between tradition and innovation. The estate’s history and philosophy are reflected in careful vineyard choices focused on the soil, respect for biodiversity, and the desire to preserve the purity of the fruit without forcing it: an approach that looks to the long term and to consistency between work in the vineyard and cellar management. The production philosophy favors sensitive handling of the grapes, a careful manual harvest, fermentation that tends to enhance the natural vibrancy of Sangiovese, and balanced aging in wooden and steel vessels, intended to provide structure without sacrificing elegance. Among this label’s distinctive elements are its well-modulated tannic texture, the savory quality that accompanies the fruit, and an aromatic progression moving from ripe red fruit to more complex notes of sweet spices, cocoa, and delicate floral nuances, with an aromatic profile that invites reflection and patience. The character of Le Chiuse Brunello di Montalcino 2021 makes it a focal point of the estate’s range, representing a version capable of engaging with subsequent vintages while retaining an immediately recognizable personality, consistent with the identity of a region that demands rigor and authenticity. In this interpretation, the wine enters the catalog as a stylistic reference, positioned at the crossroads between tradition and a restrained modernity, ready to age calmly and offer evolution over time, making it an ideal choice for those seeking depth, elegance, and longevity, in line with STELT.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Le Chiuse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57088603390277,"sku":"LECHI-BRUDIMON-TUS-21-075","price":87.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Le-Chiuse-Brunello-di-Montalcino-2021-DOCG-075l.jpg?v=1788874918"},{"product_id":"le-chiuse-rosso-di-montalcino-2023-075","title":"Le Chiuse Rosso di Montalcino 2023 DOC 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe Chiuse Rosso di Montalcino 2023 DOC 0,75l is a wine that presents itself as a window onto the Tuscan hinterland, capable of telling the story of the land of Montalcino through a Sangiovese firmly rooted in its time: clean in acidity, clear in aroma and generous on the finish, ready to engage with home cooking or a simple yet carefully prepared table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of producer Le Chiuse was born from a vision of craftsmanship rooted in the land: a family-run estate that methodically tends its vineyards, respecting the soil, viticulture and tradition, and that, once the grapes enter the cellar, transforms them into a wine capable of expressing the local identity without affectation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe production philosophy translates into sustainable management and an approach to work that embraces the slowness necessary to preserve freshness and complexity. Fermentation takes place in vessels that safeguard the purity of the fruit, while ageing follows measured periods that refine the tannins and savouriness, avoiding excessive oak and offering a balanced yet persistent sensory profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistinctive elements include the clear purity of Sangiovese, a texture that supports the palate without weighing it down, and a minerality that recalls the characteristic slopes of Montalcino. Together, these create an elegant personality, less opulent than other expressions from the same area but no less rich in nuances: ripe red fruit, cherry, a delicate floral note and a subtle spice that moves gracefully across the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the producer's range, Le Chiuse Rosso di Montalcino occupies the entry-level position: it is the gateway to the estate's world, offering an authentic expression of the land and a promise of mindful conviviality. Designed to accompany aperitifs, pasta dishes and white meats, it is ideal for those seeking a wine of restrained structure but distinctive character, capable of evolving over time without losing its identity. It presents itself as a reliable reference for those creating a table in the STELT style: understated, authentic, built to last and able to accompany simple moments with great depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Le Chiuse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57088603488581,"sku":"LECHI-ROSDIMON-TUS-23-075","price":29.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Le-Chiuse-Rosso-di-Montalcino-2023-DOC-075l.jpg?v=1788874919"}],"url":"https:\/\/steltwines.com\/en\/collections\/le-chiuse.oembed","provider":"STELT - Vini Pregiati \u0026 Champagne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}