COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Sangioveto 95%, Canaiolo 5%
PRODUCER
Castellare di Castellina
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Castellare di Castellina Chianti Classico 2021 is a red wine from the Chianti Classico DOCG in Tuscany, Italy. Produced by Castellare di Castellina, it is primarily made from Sangioveto (95%) and Canaiolo (5%), exclusively using indigenous Tuscan grape varieties. The vineyards are located in a natural amphitheater at an average altitude of 370 meters on calcareous soils. The winery is known for its commitment to sustainable viticulture and its unique tradition of featuring a different bird on each year's label, symbolizing a healthy ecosystem. The 2021 vintage was characterized by excellent grape quality due to favorable weather conditions, leading to a wine with structure and mature tannins.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€25
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Each year's label features a different bird, highlighting the winery's dedication to nature.
Fact 02
Castellare was among the first Italian wineries to use small French oak barrels.
Fact 03
The estate exclusively uses indigenous Tuscan grape varieties for its Chianti Classico.
Fact 04
Vineyards are planted in a natural amphitheater at over 370 meters altitude.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Castellare di Castellina Chianti Classico begins with fermentation in stainless steel tanks, utilizing indigenous yeasts to capture the essence of the grape and terroir. The wine is then aged for 7 months in used French oak barrels, followed by another 7 months in bottle before release. This approach, combined with meticulous sustainable viticulture and a commitment to indigenous grape varieties like Sangioveto and Canaiolo, aims to produce a classic, terroir-driven Chianti Classico. The winery also incorporates modern technology alongside traditional methods, such as using both concrete and steel tanks for vinification, and was an early adopter of small French oak barrels.
