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On the nose, a complex nose of rich dark fruits and leather. On the palate, flavours of black cherry and plums abound alongside subtle touches of smoked earthiness and very rounded tannins. Best enjoyed after a few years in bottle, drink now – 2030. Consider pairing with bistecca alla fiorentina, aged cheeses, or tomato-based red meat dishes.
Pronounced ruby red colour with a brightening rim. Fresh and slightly smoky on the nose, with a hint of juicy cherry, marzipan, juniper and lilac. Initially fresh on the palate too, then becomes slightly bitter, green tannin structure, not quite round.
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| Subregion | Chianti |
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| Pack Size | 1x75cl |
| Alcohol Percentage | 13.00 |
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| Availability | Immediate |
WINERY HISTORY
The history of this estate is amongst the longest of any wine estate anywhere in the world. The original fortifications on the site date back to the Roman period, while the present castle was constructed in the mid-16th century. The present history begins in earnest with its purchase by the François family, who have stewarded this land since 1897. Stalwarts of Tuscany, the family have been in the region since 1740, originally nobles in the House of the Emperor. Founding members of the winemakers’ association of Chianti (Consorzio del Chianti Classico), this family is one of few in the region who have remained uninterruptedly in possession of their winemaking business for over a century.
VITICULTURE & WINEMAKING
The vineyards of Castello di Querceto cover some of Chianti’s most renowned terroir, found between 350-520m above sea level and with numerous exposures varying across an East-South-West arc. Farming over 11 varieties, the heterogeneity of the vineyards is dictated by a desire to best represent the characteristics of the land in which the fruit is grown. Rigorous promoters of sustainability, Castello di Querceto is devoted to the protection of their natural environment to ensure its viability for generations to come.
Work in the cellar is conscientious and delicate. The fruit is lightly pressed before a careful and heavily monitored fermentation to ensure the nuance of the fruit survives. Ageing is done in the cellar/basement of the castle, where ancient 10-40hL barriques are used in the production of the Chianti Classico Crus from the winery.
