2020 Castellare Chianti Classico Tuscany

Winemaker Notes:  A bright ruby red in color, this Chianti Classico shows well-integrated aromas of tart red cherries, tobacco, sunbaked earth, and a hint of cedar spice. On the palate, firm structure and refreshing acidity make it a very versatile food wine.

Pair this wine with lasagna, ragù sauces, roasted rabbit, or braised veal shank.

In the town of Castellina, one of Chianti’s best locales, Castellare’s vineyards are at 1200 feet elevation – only a few Chianti Classico vineyards are higher. The vineyards of this 46-acre property are found in a natural amphitheater in the heart of the Classico region. At Castellare, the yield-per-acre is very low, far lower than the maximum level allowed by Chianti Classico DOCG rules, which enhances the concentration of aromas and flavors.

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Wine Spectator - "This red evokes sour cherry, currant, almond, iron and earth aromas and flavors. Crisp, featuring a structure marked by acidity and tannins, with underbrush accents that linger."