What makes CeniPrimo different from Colledilà and Roncicone?

It comes from a silty, ancient riverbed vineyard in the Arbia valley, giving it a more ethereal, floral and delicately tannic profile compared to its two sister crus.

What does CeniPrimo taste like?

Soft, sweet cherry and raspberry fruit with hints of light balsamic and sweet almond, or in other vintages, restrained pomegranate, plum and blood orange notes — always with a delicate, perfumed character.

Is CeniPrimo 100% Sangiovese?

Yes, like its two sister crus, CeniPrimo is a pure Sangiovese wine.

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CeniPrimo

チェニプリモ

Barone Ricasoli

About CeniPrimo

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Sangiovese
Price Range: ¥16,000-19,000
Alcohol: 14.5%

The third of Barone Ricasoli's single-vineyard Sangiovese Gran Selezione crus, from a vineyard planted on a silty ancient riverbed in the Arbia River valley. CeniPrimo is 100% Sangiovese and is known for its ethereal, floral, almost delicate expression of the variety, with soft, refined tannins that set it apart from its two sister crus, Colledilà and Roncicone.

Sommelier's Note

CeniPrimo is the most feminine of Ricasoli's three crus — if Colledilà is structure and Roncicone is minerality, CeniPrimo is pure perfume.

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The most delicate and perfumed of Ricasoli's three Sangiovese crus.

Food Pairings

Its delicate, floral character pairs beautifully with duck breast, mushroom risotto and lighter braised dishes rather than heavy grilled meats.

When to drink it

Elegant dinners, pairing with delicate proteins, gifts for those who prefer finesse over power.

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Sangiovese from a single vineyard on a silty ancient riverbed in the Arbia valley, giving an ethereal, floral profile with soft tannins.

About the producer

Barone RicasoliThe historic birthplace of Chianti Classico and the Ricasoli recipe.Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes CeniPrimo different from Colledilà and Roncicone?: It comes from a silty, ancient riverbed vineyard in the Arbia valley, giving it a more ethereal, floral and delicately tannic profile compared to its two sister crus.
What does CeniPrimo taste like?: Soft, sweet cherry and raspberry fruit with hints of light balsamic and sweet almond, or in other vintages, restrained pomegranate, plum and blood orange notes — always with a delicate, perfumed character.
Is CeniPrimo 100% Sangiovese?: Yes, like its two sister crus, CeniPrimo is a pure Sangiovese wine.

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