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The Chianti Colli Senesi ‘normale’ is 100% Sangiovese. Maceration lasted a month. Aged for one year in cement. This is an overdelivering Sangiovese, with perfectly encapsulated fruit and just the right amount of supporting grip. The label reads, “Year 800- Tolfo dei Gricci, French Knight.”

"Testamatta” – “crazy-head” in Italian - is the best word to describe Bibi Graetz: a positive, creative and passionate person. Testamatta wine expresses the purity, minerality and transparency of Sangiovese from old vines on the top of the hills characterized by soils rich of stones. A Supertuscan made with 100% Sangiovese, result of the combination of tradition and creativity.

The Riserva is exclusively produced during the best vintages following an even more scrupulous grape selection. A wine of outstanding structure, it is enhanced by a very long aging period in French and Slavonian oak barrels.

Salita is our truest and most unique representation of Sangiovese in Castagnoli. Olive trees grow together with the Salita alberello bush vines, like it has been traditionally done in Tuscany for centuries. At the highest elevation of Castagnoli at 450 meters above sea level, the vines produce fascinating complexity and character.

Colleoni grows organic Sangiovese in less-heeled areas of Montalcino that he has identified as top terroirs. This is one great example: it tastes like the Gang of Four might have given him a tip or two on his vinification. Expect ripe Sangiovese fruit with a streak of bitter cherry and a pleasant dusting of Tuscan tannin.

La Gerla Brunello di Montalcino is known and valued for its special elegance and pleasant aromas; extremely aromatic, soft and velvety to taste, aged in the bottle for at least eight months.

Intense ruby red. On the nose, hints of blueberry jam, chalk and black pepper. Rich and complex on the palate, with notes of blackcurrant and Mediterranean spices. The tannins are present but tapered.

CastelGiocondo 2017 has an intense, bright ruby-red color. Like every vintage, 2017 brought with it a wonderfully elegant quality. The bouquet features fruity aromas, particularly at the beginning, with notes of raspberry, blackcurrant and even pomegranate.

The Altero was made from a selection of the best wine in the cellar. Aged for 30 months in French oak tonneaux (500 l), followed by 18 months of bottle refinement, the vintage is definitely cellar worthy. Juicy red currants, cherries, and sprigs of fresh rosemary are robed in vanilla and baking spice with just a wisp of smoke. Best with BBQ or lightly smoked meats and cheeses.

Lively ruby red with intense and persistent hints of wild berries. Savory and full bodied, it highlights the exceptional persistence of the bouquet. An exceptional match to all meats and pastas.

There’s purity to the cherry, strawberry, rose, mineral and herb aromas and flavors in this solidly built red, which shows excellent balance and length. The muscular finish begs for more time for the beautiful fruit to assimilate. Best from 2025 through 2042. 1,700 cases made, 800 cases imported.

Cantina Giuliano Chianti d.o.c.g. Primizie a ruby red color with aromatic and fresh nose with notes of cherries, raspberries and spices. Body is balanced with polished tannins and aromas of wild berries, cherries, licorice and vanilla. Best paired with tomato based dishes, stews or lightly chilled with appetizers.

Aromas of blackberries, flowers, spicy wood and black cherries. Sweet fruit. Full-bodied with round, refined tannins and gorgeous fruit. It’s really long and intense. Wonderful clarity and focus at the end of this.

Cherry and violet aromas, persistent and rounded flavors of spices and mushroom. Great structure with elegant finesse.

“Le Difese” represents the entry level  of the winery, but in reality it has nothing at all  about entry and instead what it offers to the glass is of a notable level . Awarded by all the international publications in the sector, it is a true thoroughbred wine, as per the company philosophy. Blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, it expresses the class and finesse of a Bordeaux, with an entirely Italian soul. Characteristic for its good structure and its extreme softness, which make it extremely pleasant and drinkable. And accessible!