2017 Castellare I Sodi di San Niccolò 1,5 Magnum 40th Anniversary
The 2017 Castellare I Sodi di San Niccolò 1.5 Magnum celebrates its 40th Anniversary with an intense ruby red color and a rich bouquet of ripe red fruit, jam, spices, vanilla, and liquorice. On the palate, it offers a dense and elegant texture, balanced by the significant acidity of Sangiovese, with sweet tannins and a long, persistent finish. This wine has received outstanding ratings: 98 points from Falstaff, 97 points from Wine Spectator, 98 points from Robert Parker Wine Advocate, and 96 points from James Suckling.
Sodi di San Niccolò is Castellare di Castellina's Grand Cru, crafted from 85% Sangioveto and 15% Malvasia Nera, and reflects the hard, steep lands worked by hand, as well as the historic Church of San Niccolò on the estate. Castellare di Castellina, founded by Paolo Panerai in the 1970s, combines tradition and innovation to produce exceptional wines while respecting the Chianti Classico denomination. The estate is known for its sustainable viticulture, symbolized by the iconic little bird on the label, and its commitment to quality through scientific research and modern winemaking techniques.
The 2017 Castellare I Sodi di San Niccolò 1.5 Magnum celebrates its 40th Anniversary with an intense ruby red color and a rich bouquet of ripe red fruit, jam, spices, vanilla, and liquorice. On the palate, it offers a dense and elegant texture, balanced by the significant acidity of Sangiovese, with sweet tannins and a long, persistent finish. This wine has received outstanding ratings: 98 points from Falstaff, 97 points from Wine Spectator, 98 points from Robert Parker Wine Advocate, and 96 points from James Suckling.
Sodi di San Niccolò is Castellare di Castellina's Grand Cru, crafted from 85% Sangioveto and 15% Malvasia Nera, and reflects the hard, steep lands worked by hand, as well as the historic Church of San Niccolò on the estate. Castellare di Castellina, founded by Paolo Panerai in the 1970s, combines tradition and innovation to produce exceptional wines while respecting the Chianti Classico denomination. The estate is known for its sustainable viticulture, symbolized by the iconic little bird on the label, and its commitment to quality through scientific research and modern winemaking techniques.