Chianti Classico
キャンティ・クラシコ
Castello dei Rampolla
Sangiovese · Merlot · Cabernet Sauvignon
About this wine
Rampolla's estate Chianti Classico is the workhorse of the range but far from ordinary: roughly 80% Sangiovese rounded out with Merlot and a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon, farmed biodynamically in the Conca d'Oro amphitheater of Panzano. Aromas of crushed flowers, morello cherry, tobacco and dried herbs lead into a medium-bodied palate with vivid acidity, fine tannins and a savory, earthy finish that reflects the estate's low-intervention philosophy.
An elegant, food-friendly gateway into biodynamic Chianti Classico.
Sommelier's Note
"Proof that Rampolla's 'entry point' still outclasses many producers' top wines — precision and terroir transparency at every price tier."
Food Pairings
A versatile red that pairs with grilled meats, tomato-based pasta, and aged pecorino. Its bright acidity also makes it a natural match for richer, umami-driven dishes.
When to drink it
Everyday fine dining, Italian dinners, gifting to Chianti enthusiasts
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- ¥6,500-8,500
Terroir & Winemaking
Fruit is farmed under full biodynamic certification (Demeter principles since the mid-1990s) in the Conca d'Oro amphitheater. Fermentation with indigenous yeasts, aged primarily in large Slavonian oak casks with only limited use of barrique, minimal sulfur additions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Castello dei Rampolla's Chianti Classico made biodynamically?
- Yes. The estate has farmed fully biodynamically since the mid-1990s, following Rudolf Steiner's principles, and this Chianti Classico is sourced entirely from those certified vineyards.
- What grapes are in Rampolla's Chianti Classico?
- The blend is Sangiovese-dominant (roughly 80%) with Merlot and a small amount of Cabernet Sauvignon, reflecting the estate's historic preference for a small non-Sangiovese component even within the DOCG rules.
- How does Rampolla's Chianti Classico compare to Sammarco or Vigna d'Alceo?
- It is lighter and more overtly Sangiovese-driven than the estate's Cabernet-based Super Tuscans (Sammarco and Vigna d'Alceo), offering red-fruited elegance and savory tension rather than the darker, more structured profile of those wines.
- What food pairs well with this wine?
- Grilled red meats, tomato-based pasta dishes, and aged pecorino are classic matches; its bright acidity also complements richer, umami-forward Japanese dishes like teriyaki or sukiyaki.
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