Notes of: Tobacco

Notes of: Tomato Leaf

Notes of: Cedar

Notes of: Gamey

Notes of: Sour Cherry

Notes of: Vanilla

Castello dei Rampolla

Castello dei Rampolla Chianti Classico

Italy, Tuscany

Red wine

4.5

Expert Rating

4.1

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Castello dei Rampolla Chianti Classico is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Castello dei Rampolla winery in the Chianti Classico appellation of Tuscany, Italy. The wine is made from Sangiovese grapes grown in the winery's biodynamic vineyards, which are known for their high altitude and rocky soil, resulting in grapes with intense flavors and aromas. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including fermentation in oak barrels and aging in French oak barrels for 12 months. The wine is characterized by its deep ruby color, complex aromas of red fruits, spices, and tobacco, and a full-bodied, elegant palate with firm tannins and a long finish. Castello dei Rampolla Chianti Classico is a perfect choice for wine enthusiasts looking for a premium, terroir-driven wine with a distinct Tuscan character.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Castello dei Rampolla Chianti Classico is a well-balanced, complex and elegant wine.Its aroma is intense and concentrated, with notes of wild cherry, blackberry, blueberry, tobacco, and leather. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied and smooth, with a good structure and integrated, velvety tannins. The finish is long, with a pleasant hint of spice. Overall, an exquisite and delightful Chianti Classico.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2028

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (3)

Sangiovese

Cabernet Sauvignon

ORIGINS

Winery: Castello dei Rampolla

Region: Tuscany

Tuscany, located in central Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. With its rolling hills, picturesque vineyards, and centuries-old winemaking traditions. Tuscany has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Etruscans in the 8th century BC. Today, Tuscany is one of the most important wine regions in Italy, producing some of the country's most iconic wines. The region is home to some of the world's most renowned producers, including Antinori, Frescobaldi, and Castello Banfi.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

0 Review