Castello Nipozzano - Frescobaldi
Chianti Rufina Riserva 2023
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Rufina Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | Sangiovese |
| Aging | Aged for 24 months in barrique, then 3 months in bottle and further resting in the cellar. |
Description
What kind of wine it is
Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva by Frescobaldi is a still red wine that embodies the elegance of the Tuscan region. This wine is created from a blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malvasia Nera, Colorino and Merlot. On the nose, it reveals intense aromas of red fruits and ripe citrus, interwoven with hints of violet and a spiciness reminiscent of liquorice and cloves. On the palate, it is dense, fresh and characterised by a long-lasting flavour progression, supported by well-integrated tannins. Thanks to its structured profile, it is ideal paired with grilled red meats, roasts, game and mature cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the Nipozzano area, in the province of Florence, at the heart of the renowned Chianti Rufina zone. The hilly terrain gives the grapes a marked propensity for structure and longevity, reflecting the characteristics of a historically renowned terroir. The connection with the ancient estate, active since the 1300s, demonstrates a deep agricultural continuity. The strict maturation times required by production regulations ensure a high quality standard, giving the wine an unmistakable territorial identity that delivers the authentic expression of the region in the glass.
How it is produced
Production begins in September with the grape harvest, followed by separate vinification for each variety in the blend. The spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature for thirteen days. This is followed by a twenty-five day maceration with frequent pumping over, essential for extracting the right structure, while malolactic fermentation is completed in steel. Ageing continues for twenty-four months in barrels, followed by a period in the bottle and a rest in the cellar essential to achieve perfect expressive balance.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1300, the Frescobaldi estate at Castello Nipozzano embodies the essence of Tuscan winemaking with its award-winning Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG 2022. Under the guidance of oenologist Nicolò D’Afflitto, this elegant red is produced from three hundred hectares of vineyards through spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, celebrating the authenticity of the terroir. The harmony that earned it 92 points from James Suckling comes from 24 months of ageing in barriques followed by further maturation in the bottle, making it a true symbol of Florentine excellence.
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
- Bottles produced: 1.060.000
- Hectares: 300
Castello Nipozzano is, in fact, the most famous and historic property of the Frescobaldi family, also thanks to the surrounding territory, as the name itself recounts: according to popular tradition, Nipozzano means in fact "without a well', indicating that the area was poor in water, an ideal circumstance for growing vines.
The first 'reviews' on the quality of Nipozzano wine date back to the Renaissance, when even the great artists such as Donatello and Michelozzo Michelozzi used to buy this wine. Castello Nipozzano, in fact, means Tuscan wine par excellence, Chianti Classico in particular, thanks to a regional winemaking tradition followed with constancy and commitment, without ever forgetting the desire to innovation.
The true history of Tuscany that has excelled the art of wine-making for thousands of years. A testimony of this is the fact that Marquises Frescobaldi already in 1855 invested 1,000 silver florins to begin cultivating varieties then unknown in Tuscany, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot: after more than a century, the care of these magnificent vines enabled the production of the estate's great wine, Mormoreto.
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| Name | Castello di Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Chianti DOCG |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Castello Nipozzano - Frescobaldi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1300, the Frescobaldi estate at Castello Nipozzano embodies the essence of Tuscan winemaking with its award-winning Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG 2022. Under the guidance of oenologist Nicolò D’Afflitto, this elegant red is produced from three hundred hectares of vineyards through spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, celebrating the authenticity of the terroir. The harmony that earned it 92 points from James Suckling comes from 24 months of ageing in barriques followed by further maturation in the bottle, making it a true symbol of Florentine excellence. |
| Origin | Nipozzano (Firenze) |
| Harvest | Started in early September |
| Fermentation temperature | Below 30°C |
| Fermentation | Approximately 13 days |
| Production technique | Spontaneous fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks (under 30°C) for approximately 13 days; maceration for up to 25 days with frequent pump-overs; malolactic fermentation in stainless steel; ageing for 24 months in barriques, then 3 months in bottle |
| Wine making | Spontaneous fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks (below 30°C) for about 13 days; total maceration up to 25 days with frequent pump-overs; malolactic fermentation in steel; ageing for 24 months in barrique, then 3 months in bottle and further maturation in the cellar. |
| Aging | Aged for 24 months in barrique, then 3 months in bottle and further resting in the cellar. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |