COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2008
GRAPE
Sangiovese
PRODUCER
Castell'in Villa
REGION
Tuscany
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Castell'in Villa's 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva is a 100% Sangiovese wine from the Castelnuovo Berardenga sub-region of Tuscany. The estate, founded in 1968, is known for its traditional winemaking approach and the exceptional longevity of its wines. The vineyards are situated at high elevations with southwest exposure, on soils primarily composed of alluvial pebbles and sand. The wine is distinctive for its adherence to traditional aging methods and its significant aging potential.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€120
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Estate dates back to the 1200s.
Fact 02
Focuses exclusively on 100% Sangiovese.
Fact 03
Known for wines that can age 40+ years.
Fact 04
Classified among the 'Grand Cru' of Chianti Classico.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process at Castell'in Villa begins with fermentation in stainless steel using indigenous yeasts, followed by extended skin contact. The wine is then aged for 2-3 years in large oval oak barrels (botti), a traditional method that promotes gradual maturation. Following barrel aging, the wine undergoes further bottle aging before release. This approach emphasizes the purity of the Sangiovese grape and the expression of the estate's terroir.
