COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Castello di Bossi
REGION
Toscana
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Castello di Bossi Chianti Classico 2021 is a DOCG wine from Tuscany, Italy, produced by Castello di Bossi. The primary grape is Sangiovese, grown on the estate located in Castelnuovo Berardenga, the southernmost appellation of Chianti Classico. Vineyards are situated at an average altitude of 350 meters, with soils composed of tuff, yellow clay, silty sands, and broken stone. The Bacci family has owned the estate since 1983, with Marco Bacci serving as owner and winemaker. The estate's history dates back to the 9th century, and it aims to blend tradition with innovation to create high-quality wines that represent Tuscan culture.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Estate vineyards are organically grown.
Fact 02
Soils are a mix of tuff, clay, and sand.
Fact 03
Vineyards are at an average altitude of 350 meters.
Fact 04
The estate dates back to the 9th century.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Castello di Bossi Chianti Classico 2021 is produced through fermentation in stainless steel tanks for about 8 days at 29-30°C, with pumpovers employed. The wine then undergoes aging for 12-18 months in used barriques and larger casks, with French oak used. This is followed by 3 months of bottle aging. The grapes are organically grown.
