Big, bold, and sensational, San Felice La Pieve Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2021, part of San Felice’s Vitiarium collection is a delectable standout in their collection. A full-bodied wine from Tuscany, Italy with heady aromatics on the nose and luscious and juicy blackcurrants, violets, and tobacco on the palate, offers a balance of tannins, structure, and acidity, making it a darling to pair with a variety of food including game, roast meat, and cheese. Salud and mangia bene!
The San Felice Vitiarium collection includes 4 distinct labels: La Pieve Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2021, San Felice Borgo Chianti Classico DOCG 2022, San Felice In Avane Chardonnay Toscana IGT 2022, and Pugnitello Toscana IGT 2021, each one with their unique character. We had the opportunity to experience each of them, and they reflect on the creative spirit, innovation, and highly regarded San Felice brand.
San Felice La Pieve Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2021
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Grape Varietal:
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Sangiovese,
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Country:
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Italy
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Region:
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Castelnuovo Berardegna (Siena)
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Alcohol:
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14%
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Serving Temperature:
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64 degrees Fahrenheit/18 degrees Celsius
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Aging:
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10-15 years
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Total Acidity:
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5,9 g/l
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Residual Sugar:
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<0,5 g/l
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Produced by:
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San Felice
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Estate Bottled by:
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Società Agricola San Felice S.P.A.
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Imported by:
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Total Beverage Solution, Mt. Pleasant, SC, USA
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Retail:
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$54/bottle
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Technical Notes: “The 2021 vintage experienced regular seasonal development. Harvesting commenced in the 4th week of September as per past vintages. Fermentation in steel tanks, with maceration for 22 days at a temperature of 28-30 degrees Celsius (82.4 – 86 degrees Fahrenheit). Malolactic fermentation and aging in wood for 24 months. Refinement in French oak tonneaux of 500 liters. Bottle aging for 8 months.”
Tasting Notes: The color is deep ruby, with heady aromatics of violets, blackcurrants, and tobacco notes on the nose. On the palate, the prevailing tannins and acidity typical of Sangiovese grapes come through with ripe fruit juicy notes. This is a full-bodied intensely delicious wine that pairs well with a variety of food.
Pairing Suggestions: Game, roasts, grilled cheeses, and cheeses.
Luxury Experience – Wine Pairing – Beef Loin, Mushrooms, Pearl Onions in Puff Pastry – photo by Luxury Experience
Luxury Experience Pairing: We wanted to create an easy, yet elegant and very tasty pairing for the wine, and created Luxury Experience – Beef Loin, Mushrooms, and Pearl Onions in Puff Pastry.
We used Australian grass-fed beef loin flank steak sauteed with mushrooms and pearl onions, then kissed with San Felice La Pieve Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2021 to create a rich and flavorful gravy and encased it in (store-bought) puff pastry and baked it to golden perfection. Mangia bene!
The Recipe for Luxury Experience – Beef Loin, Mushrooms, and Pearl Onions in Puff Pastry
Yield: 2 Servings
Equipment: Two 4-inch pie plates, or 1 medium pie plate
Ingredients
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1
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Pound
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Australian grass-fed beef loin flank steak, cubed
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2
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Tablespoons
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Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO)
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Salt and Pepper
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1
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Tablespoon
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EVOO
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4
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Pearl Onions, cut in half lengthwise
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4
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Medium
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Mushrooms, sliced lengthwise, then cut in half
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0.5
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Teaspoon
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Fresh Rosemary, finely minced
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1
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Ounce
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1
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Teaspoon
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Cornstarch
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Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius)
Method for the Beef: Cube beef into bite size pieces. Season with salt and pepper, add EVOO and gently massage into the beef to thoroughly coat.
Heat a sauté pan, add 1 tablespoon of EVOO, minced rosemary and onions. Sauté until onions are golden. Add mushrooms and sauté until golden. Push to the side of the pan. Add the beef and sauté until medium rare. Mix the San Felice La Pieve Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2021 with 1-teaspoon cornstarch and add to the meat to create a gravy. Remove pan from heat.
Method for the Puff Pastry: Thaw dough (in refrigerator or on the counter). You want the dough to be thawed but still cold when you roll it.
Roll puff pastry between 2 sheets of parchment lightly dusted with flour so the pastry will not stick. Using your pie plates as guides, turn the pie plates upside down on the pastry and cut 4 round circles slightly larger than the plates.
Lightly spray the pie plates with vegetable oil, then arrange a circle of pastry in each pie plate. Top with the beef mixture, lightly wet the edge of the bottom pastry, then cover with another circle of pastry and press edges to seal. You can crimp the edges using your fingers or the tines of a fork to create a decorative edge. Brush with egg wash and bake until pastry is golden.
Until next time, Cheers and Bon Appetit!
For more information on San Felice and their impressive collection of wines, please visit their website: www.sanfelice.com
San Felice
Società Agricola San Felice S.p.A.
Località San Felice, 53019 Castelnuovo Berardegna (Siena)
Italy
Telephone: +39-0577-39911
Fax: +39-0577-359223
Email: info@sanfelice.com
Website: www.sanfelice.com
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