Chianti Melini 1981
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Chianti Melini 1981
This 1981 Chianti from Melini is a Denominazione di Origine Controllata red wine from Tuscany, Italy. The 1981 vintage in this area is described as elegant and classic. Tuscany stands as one of Italy's most iconic wine regions, with viticultural roots dating back to the Etruscans, where the rolling hills provide the foundation for historic winemaking.
The wine is based on Sangiovese, the undisputed main grape of Italy and the cornerstone of Tuscan viticulture. While Sangiovese is also cultivated in regions such as Umbria, Emilia-Romagna, and California, it is in Tuscany where it forms the basis for classic appellations like Chianti.
Antica Casa Vinicola Cav. A. Laborel Melini was founded in 1705 by Adamo Melini in Poggibonsi, situated between Florence and Siena in the area that would later become the Chianti Classico appellation. This places the house among Italy's oldest wineries in continuous operation and marks it as a central voice in the historical development of Chianti. Today, the estate is owned by Gruppo Italiano Vini, Italy's largest wine corporation, maintaining its deep historical grounding built over three centuries of continuous production.
One of Melini's most notable contributions to Italian wine culture occurred in 1860. That year, the house designed the characteristic round Chianti bottle known as the 'fiasco', featuring a straw basket around its base. This practical design secured the bottles during transport at a time when the railway network was just beginning to open distant markets to Italian wine, eventually becoming one of the world's most recognizable visual symbols of Italian viticulture. This specific 1981 release is presented in a large-format 1500ml bottle.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Tuscany
Tuscany is one of Italy's most iconic wine regions, with roots reaching back to the Etruscans. Sangiovese is the undisputed principal grape and forms the basis for classics such as Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. From the 1970s the prestigious Super Tuscans also emerged along the coast. The rolling hills produce structured red wines with cherry, herbs and firm tannins.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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Storage
Store the bottle horizontally at 12–14°C and avoid direct sunlight, vibrations, and temperature fluctuations.
Opening
Allow the bottle to stand upright for 24–48 hours before opening to allow sediment to settle. Use a professional corkscrew and open carefully.
Enjoyment
Serve at 17–18°C and be patient – there is a great difference in how and how quickly wines open up when they are aerated.
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