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Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva
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Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva

Red Chianti Classico Castellare Estate
26,52 €
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Chianti Classico Riserva 2021 de Castellare, Sangiovese élevé au moins 24 mois, à 26,52 € au lieu de 32,84 €. Aucune distinction ni mention de bio ne vient confirmer le niveau annoncé.

  • Typicity & terroir25 %7,8

    Appellation Chianti Classico DOCG et zone nommées, Sangiovese seul, robe rouge rubis intense et notes de fruits rouges, épices et balsamiques cohérentes.

  • Recognition20 %6,0

    No awards or guides mentioned, producer not cited in a reputation text: absence of information, neutral rating.

  • Value for money25 %7,2

    26,52 € pour un Chianti Classico Riserva 2021, avec prix barré à 32,84 € : prix cohérent avec le rang de l'appellation.

  • Versatility at the table15 %7,6

    Accords précis (viandes rouges, gibier, fromages affinés), profil aromatique décrit et température de service indiquée à 16-18°C.

  • Producer & winemaking15 %7,4

    Castellare nommé et situé dans le Chianti Classico, fermentation en acier, longue macération et élevage minimum de 24 mois précisés.

Évaluée le 20 October 2026 · fiabilité des informations : average

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Technical sheet

Grape varietySangiovese
AppellationDOCG
Production zoneChianti Classico
Vintage2021
Alcohol content14.0%
Format75 cl
ColorIntense ruby red
Serving temperature16-18°C
Food and wine pairingRed meats, game, aged cheeses

The wine

Castellare Chianti Classico Riserva 2021: The Soul of Tuscany

Today I invite you on a sensory journey to the heart of Tuscany, where the hills undulate and the sun caresses the vines. This Chianti Classico Riserva from Castellare is a true gem, an authentic expression of its terroir, whispering stories of tradition and passion.

The cradle of Sangiovese: Castellare di Castellina

Nestled in the heart of Chianti Classico, the Castellare estate is a place where winemaking is a matter of heart and patience. It is on these blessed lands, among the gentle Tuscan hills, that Sangiovese, the king grape, unfolds all its splendor. This 2021 vintage is the fruit of special care, with fermentation in steel tanks followed by a long maceration, key steps that forge its character.

Once in your glass, you will be immediately seduced by its intense ruby red color, a promise of beautiful depth. On the nose, this wine reveals a complex and captivating bouquet: I perceive notes of juicy cherry and bright small red fruits, lifted by subtle accents of tobacco and sweet spices. On the palate, it reveals itself balanced, enveloping, with remarkable persistence. A pleasant savoriness and a revitalizing freshness irresistibly invite you to another sip, confirming the elegance and structure bestowed by its minimum 24 months of aging.

Perfect pairings: a Tuscan table

This Chianti Classico Riserva is the ideal companion for moments of sharing and flavorful meals. Imagine it alongside grilled red meats, a fine cut of game, or a platter of stagionati cheeses, those aged cheeses that also tell the story of Tuscany. It is a wine that calls for conviviality, for discovering the authentic flavors of Italian cuisine.

I recommend enjoying it at a dinner with friends, to celebrate a special occasion, or simply to treat yourself to a moment of escape. It perfectly embodies the elegance and tradition of Italy's great wines, an invitation to slow down and fully savor every moment. This Castellare Chianti Classico Riserva is much more than a wine, it is a piece of Tuscany that you hold in your hands.

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Fermentation in steel tanks, long maceration and at least 24 months of aging: this 2021 Riserva does not do things by halves. Save it for a dinner that takes its time, with a bistecca alla fiorentina in the spotlight.

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