COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Sangiovese, Colorino
PRODUCER
Castellani Spa
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Campomaggio Chianti Classico Riserva 2018 is produced by Castellani Spa at their Tenuta di Campomaggio estate, located in the Radda in Chianti sub-region of Tuscany. This wine is a blend primarily of Sangiovese with a touch of Colorino, adhering to the Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG appellation. The estate's vineyards are situated at higher elevations, with soils composed of Macigno, Alberese, and Pietraforte. The 2018 vintage is noted for its favorable growing conditions, contributing to the wine's balanced profile. Castellani Spa is a family-run company with a long winemaking history, emphasizing the expression of Tuscan terroir.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€30
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The estate boasts over 100 hectares of vineyards.
Fact 02
Soils are a mix of Macigno, Alberese, and Pietraforte.
Fact 03
Aged for 24 months in large Slovenian oak barrels.
Fact 04
The 2018 vintage is considered by many producers to be near-perfect.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Campomaggio Chianti Classico Riserva 2018 involves traditional winemaking practices. Fermentation is likely conducted in concrete vats. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 24 months in large Slovenian oak barrels, a process designed to develop complexity and integrate tannins. It then undergoes a further year of aging in the bottle before being released. The harvest for the 2018 vintage was influenced by the season's climatic conditions, with vineyard management playing a role in achieving optimal fruit quality.
