COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Sangiovese, Merlot
PRODUCER
Casaloste
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Casaloste Chianti Classico is a 2020 D.O.C.G. wine from Tuscany, Italy, produced by Casaloste. The estate, located in Panzano in Chianti, is owned by agronomist and oenologist Giovanni Battista d'Orsi and his wife Emilia, who adhere to a philosophy of meticulous small-scale production to achieve greatness. The vineyards are certified organic, a practice initiated by the estate in 1994. The 2020 vintage benefited from ideal weather conditions, yielding grapes with excellent balance and intensity. This wine is a blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Merlot, reflecting the unique terroir of Panzano and the producer's dedication to crafting exceptional Chianti Classico.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€26
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Casaloste was the first farm in Panzano to be certified organic, achieving this in 1994.
Fact 02
The estate's motto, 'Be small to make great wines,' highlights their focus on quality over quantity.
Fact 03
The 2020 vintage saw yields down 10%, concentrating flavors and structure.
Fact 04
Giovanni Battista d'Orsi personally oversees all winemaking processes.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Casaloste Chianti Classico is produced by Giovanni Battista d'Orsi, who personally oversees all winemaking. The estate is committed to organic farming, a practice they adopted early in 1994. The grapes, primarily Sangiovese with a touch of Merlot, undergo fermentation under careful supervision. Following fermentation, the wine is typically aged in French oak casks, a process that contributes to its structure and complexity. The estate's production is deliberately kept small, adhering to their philosophy of 'Be small to make great wines,' with an annual output of around 60,000 bottles across all labels.
