Castellare di Castellina San Niccolo Vinsanto del Chianti Classico 2016
Product code: 00041852- Country: Italy
- Region: Toscana
- Sub-Region: Chianti
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The vineyards occupy 33ha on the hillsides of a natural southeast-facing amphitheater, at an average height of 370 meters above sea level. This excellent exposure to the sun, good water drainage and a mixed soil containing limestone marl, galestro and a little clay, produce well-structured, intense red and white wines, suitable for long bottle ageing.
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Information
- Vintage: 2016
- Bottle Size: 37.5cl
- ABV: 16%
Bright amber colour. The nose is characterised by dried fruit aromas, with notes of honey, caramel and candied fruit. Full on the palate, with chestnut notes and a long finish.
Unlike many Chianti wineries that have flirted with blending French varieties with local grapes over the past few decades, Castellare di Castellina has maintained a strong commitment to the…