About Chianti Classico
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese, Canaiolo
- Price Range
- $19-32
- Alcohol
- 13.5%
Castellare di Castellina's entry-level Chianti Classico is built from roughly 95% Sangioveto (the estate's own historic Sangiovese clone, isolated through decades of massal selection) and 5% Canaiolo. It ferments and ages briefly in French oak barriques before spending time in bottle, resulting in a bright, food-friendly red that captures the estate's terroir at an accessible price.
This is Chianti Classico at its most honest — no shortcuts, just Castellare's own Sangioveto clone doing the talking.
New to wine?
A great first taste of Chianti Classico — juicy cherry fruit with none of the harshness beginners fear from Italian reds.
Food Pairings
A versatile match for grilled red meats, tomato-based pasta, and aged pecorino. Its bright acidity and fine tannins make it a classic partner for Tuscan trattoria fare.
When to drink it
Weeknight dinners, casual gatherings, pizza and pasta nights
Terroir & Winemaking
Approximately 95% Sangioveto, 5% Canaiolo. Fermented in stainless steel, then aged around 7 months in French oak barriques followed by roughly 7 months in bottle before release. Alcohol approx. 13.5%.
About the producer
Castellare di CastellinaA benchmark for elegant, terroir-driven Chianti Classico and iconic Super Tuscans.Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What grapes are used in Castellare's Chianti Classico?
- It is made from approximately 95% Sangioveto — Castellare's own historic Sangiovese clone — blended with 5% Canaiolo, both indigenous Tuscan varieties.
- Is this wine ready to drink on release?
- Yes. After roughly 7 months in French oak barriques and 7 months in bottle, it is approachable on release, though it can also gain complexity with 2-4 more years of cellaring.
- What food pairs best with Castellare Chianti Classico?
- Its bright acidity and fine tannins pair beautifully with grilled meats, tomato-based pasta dishes, and aged pecorino cheese — classic Tuscan trattoria fare.
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