Andrea Cecchi leads the fourth generation of his family in the wine business. Not only is Andrea dedicated to making wines of outstanding quality and value, but he also is the pioneer of the Maremma growing area. The coastal area of Maremma was traditionally a farming area of crops other than grapes. But today, under the guidance of Andrea, some fabulous vermentino is being grown.

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LaMoraVermentino

2016 Cecchi La Mora Vermantino

Explosive aromas of tropical fruit and white flowers. Luscious flavors of papaya, banana and pear anre backed up by limestone minerality and bright acidity.

SRP: $15

 

 

 

 

 

Chianti 2014 Cecchi Chianti

Nose of violet and fresh cherry. Straight forward flavors of cherry, tobacco, and hints of leather. Silk smooth tannin and good acidity

SRP: $14

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chianti Classico NV2014 Cecchi Chianti Classico

Complex nose of cherry, earth, and violet. Earth flavors of dried cherry, tobacco, dried herbs and bold tannins with solid acidity make for a well-balanced wine.

SRP: $15

 

 

 

 

 

RiservaddiFamigliabollo2013 Cecchi Chianti Riserva di Famiglia

Elegant nose of violets, herbs, earth, and red berries. Complex and silky on the palate. Flavors of bing cherry, cedar, earth, combine with wonderfully bright acidity and bold tannins. Drink now through 5 years.

SRP: $28