COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo
PRODUCER
Castellare di Castellina
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Castellare Chianti Classico Riserva Il Poggiale 2021 is a red wine from Castellare di Castellina in Tuscany, Italy, classified as Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva. The wine is primarily made from Sangiovese grapes, complemented by Canaiolo and Ciliegiolo. The estate's vineyards are situated at an elevation of 1200 feet within the Chianti Classico region, utilizing vines over 40 years old. Castellare di Castellina was established in the 1970s with a philosophy focused on rediscovering classic Chianti production methods and using only indigenous Tuscan grape varieties. The estate employs ecological viticultural practices and maintains very low yields to enhance grape concentration. The 2021 vintage is noted for its focused and structured character.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€43
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vines are over 40 years old, contributing to grape concentration.
Fact 02
Vineyards are located at 1200 feet elevation.
Fact 03
Yields are kept significantly below DOCG limits.
Fact 04
Estate practices ecological viticulture, avoiding synthetic chemicals.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Castellare Chianti Classico Riserva Il Poggiale 2021 is produced from vines over 40 years old, with yields kept significantly below the maximum allowed by Chianti Classico DOCG rules to enhance concentration. The estate employs ecological viticultural practices, avoiding synthetic chemicals, with the aim of organic wine production. Following fermentation, the 2021 vintage was aged for 20 months in French oak barrels, comprising one-third new and two-thirds used barrels.
