Tenuta di Castiglioni - Frescobaldi
Castiglioni 2023
| Denomination | IGT Toscana |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese |
| Aging | 12 months in barrique and 2 months in bottle |
- Name and vintage: Toscana IGT still red 2023, 13.5% vol, 0.75 L
- Grape variety: Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc
- Vinification: temperature-controlled stainless steel; 12 months in barrique plus 2 months in bottle
- Aromatic profile: blackberry and blackcurrant, pepper and cloves, slight liquorice
- Serving and pairings: 16-18 °C, 1 hour in decanter; game, grilled meats, cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Tenuta di Castiglioni is a Tuscan red wine produced by Frescobaldi, the result of a blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. To the eye, it displays a bright ruby red colour with purple highlights. The aromatic profile releases hints of blackberry and blackcurrant, enriched by spicy notes of pepper, cloves and nuances of liquorice. On the palate, it is well-structured, smooth and enveloping, characterised by a pleasant freshness and velvety tannins that lead to a long and persistent finish.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the historic Tenuta di Castiglioni, located in Tuscany and owned by the Frescobaldi family since the eleventh century. Wine production in these lands has been documented since 1300, confirming the area's ancient agricultural vocation. The vineyards stretch along the Via di Castiglioni, an ancient Roman road that gives a strong geographical identity to the production. The characteristics of the land are reflected in a red wine with a balanced and bold character, capable of evolving beautifully over the years.
How it is produced
After destemming, the grapes ferment in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, with constant and gentle pumping over to ensure controlled extraction. This is followed by malolactic fermentation, which gives greater roundness to the sip, perfectly integrating the acidic component. The wine matures for twelve months in oak barrels, before completing the process with a two-month rest in the bottle. This process imparts marked harmony and a velvety tannic texture, enhancing the wine's natural aromatic persistence.
History and Curiosities
An emblem of Tuscany's winemaking vocation, the Tenuta di Castiglioni has belonged to the Frescobaldi family since the 11th century, with wine production already documented in 1300. Located along the ancient Roman road that gives this area its identity, the estate produces prestigious wines that, as early as the sixteenth century, were highly appreciated by the papal and English courts. Today, the estate continues to stand out for the excellence of its products, earning important accolades including high scores from James Suckling and awards from Gambero Rosso.
Awards
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2023
93/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1300
- Oenologist: Nicolò D'Afflitto e Lamberto Frescobaldi
- Hectares: 148
The area was already famous in those times for the quality of its agricultural harvests and was for centuries at the center of heavy trade traffic and chosen as the site for luxury Roman villas. The coat of arms of the Frescobaldi family, with the crown, the shield and three fortresses, represents Castiglioni as well, in remembrance and recognition of the 700 years of wine-making history which began here at this very estate. Read more
| Name | Tenuta di Frescobaldi Castiglioni 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Toscana IGT |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Tenuta di Castiglioni - Frescobaldi |
| Story | History and Curiosities An emblem of Tuscany's winemaking vocation, the Tenuta di Castiglioni has belonged to the Frescobaldi family since the 11th century, with wine production already documented in 1300. Located along the ancient Roman road that gives this area its identity, the estate produces prestigious wines that, as early as the sixteenth century, were highly appreciated by the papal and English courts. Today, the estate continues to stand out for the excellence of its products, earning important accolades including high scores from James Suckling and awards from Gambero Rosso. |
| Origin | Tenuta di Castiglioni, Tuscany, Italy |
| Production technique | Destemmed grapes fermented with gentle and constant pumping over in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; malolactic fermentation; aged for 12 months in barriques and 2 months in bottle. |
| Wine making | The grapes are destemmed and fermented with gentle and constant pumping over in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; after the alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation takes place; aged for 12 months in barriques and 2 months in bottle. |
| Aging | 12 months in barrique and 2 months in bottle |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |