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Castello di Volpaia Chianti Classico Organic 2022 750ml
🇮🇹 Vivid ruby color and a strong nose of fresh red fruit with hints of cherry.
About Castello di Volpaia
Volpaia is one of the most stunning estates in Italy, located in a fortified medieval village in Radda in Chianti. Because the vineyards are among the highest in the Chianti Classico zone — up to 600 meters — the wines have a cool-climate elegance that sets them apart from the heavier, more muscular Chiantis found in the valleys.
Winemaker Descripti...Show More >
About Castello di Volpaia
Volpaia is one of the most stunning estates in Italy, located in a fortified medieval village in Radda in Chianti. Because the vineyards are among the highest in the Chianti Classico zone — up to 600 meters — the wines have a cool-climate elegance that sets them apart from the heavier, more muscular Chiantis found in the valleys.
Winemaker Description
The Chianti Classico has a vivid ruby color and a strong nose of fresh red fruit with hints of cherry. A well-structured wine with a fruity finish. The vintage began with a warm winter with little rain. May and June were cold with heavy rains that caused several problems with downy mildew throughout Italy. In July temperatures rose significantly, and the hot, dry summer was followed by late August rains that allowed the grapes to complete ripening beautifully.
Expert Reviews
Decanter — 91 Points (Michaela Morris)
"A very pretty, classy wine that captures the essence of Radda in its bright, lifted personality. Crushed flowers, chalk, mint, white pepper and cranberry all grace this perfumed, lithe Chianti Classico."
Tony Wood Italian Wine — 95 Points
"Bright ruby red with purple undertones. Amazing aroma of spring flowers, violet, petal, sweet red fruits, liquorice, cedar, dry forest floor, spice. Creamy, elegant, fantastic length and balance. A total winner!"
Product Details
- Producer: Castello di Volpaia
- Region: Chianti Classico DOCG, Radda in Chianti, Tuscany, Italy
- Grape: Sangiovese
- Farming: Certified Organic
- Altitude: Up to 600 meters
- Vintage: 2022
- Format: 750ml
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Wine Information:
Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region:
Appellation: Chianti Classico
Variety: Sangiovese, Merlot
Type: Reds
Size: 750ml
Choose when time is of the essence
Bruce Sanderson writes: A racy version, this boasts black cherry, blueberry, violet and iron flavors. Features a firm line of tannins that work in concert with the acidity, while flashes of Mediterranean scrub peek through. Mouthwatering finish. Sangiovese and Merlot. Drink now through 2032. - Wine Spectator 92
Audrey Frick writes: A bright ruby color, the 2021 Chianti Classico is expressive on opening with aromas of grenadine, candied red flowers, orange peel, and wet stones. Medium-bodied, it’s linear and graceful, with fresh acidity, fine tannins, and a clean finish. A very charming wine, it’s prime for drinking over the next few years. Drinking 2024 to 2027. - Jeb Dunnuck 90
Walter Speller writes: Just mid ruby. Attractive raspberry and cherry nose and supple, tangy cherry fruit with gripping but not harsh tannins. Long and elegant. Drinking 2023 to 2028. - Jancis Robinson 16.5
