Chianti Classico

Castagnoli is a small estate in Castellina in Chianti on the western edge of the Chianti Classico DOCG. This estate possesses a striking terroir, one of Chianti’s most beautiful. Steep terraces are carved out of a western facing amphitheatre below the winery. The Castagnoli terroir is one of cool climate, high altitude Sangiovese (vines are planted higher than 1000 feet above sea level) but one with a lot of lower-end depth and concentration.

A pure Sangiovese, smells intensely of blackberries, black currants and liquorice, along with delicate notes of raspberries, spices, cinnamon and subtle toasted notes from aging in tonneaux and large wooden barrels. On the palate, power meets ripe, velvety tannins and a fresh, lively vein of acid.