Canonica a Cerreto is located in the heart of Chianti Classico, 12 kilometres east of Siena.It covers 60 hectares, 21 of which are vineyards and 7 olive groves.The Territory is characterized by an alternation of hot and dry air, which becomes cool after sunset, creating a strong temperature range between day and night, in addition to the very sensitive one between summer and winter.Since 1998 the vineyards have been adequately replanted to improve the quality of production. 80% is Sangiovese and 10% Merlot.The density of the plants varies from 5,000 to 6,600 per hectare.The harvest is carried out entirely by hand. In the same vineyard, harvesting is done in several phases to make the most of the different ripeness of the grapes