About this wine
The entry point into Castello di Querceto's range, blending roughly 90% Sangiovese with Canaiolo and other traditional Chianti Classico varieties from vineyards at 400-600m in Greve in Chianti's Dudda valley. Fermented for about 10 days and aged a minimum of 10 months, it shows bright red cherry fruit, spice and floral lift with fresh, food-friendly acidity.
A friendly, everyday introduction to Chianti Classico — light tannins, juicy fruit, easy to love.
Sommelier's Note
"This is Chianti Classico doing exactly what it should: bright, savory, and built for the table rather than the cellar."
Food Pairings
Effortless with tomato-based pasta, margherita pizza, grilled sausages, and aged pecorino; light enough for everyday dinners yet structured enough for red-sauce classics.
When to drink it
Weeknight pasta dinners, casual pizza nights, everyday Italian food pairing
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese, Canaiolo
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 13%
- Price Range
- $15-25
Terroir & Winemaking
Approximately 90% Sangiovese with Canaiolo and other traditional Chianti Classico varieties, fermented on the skins for about 10 days at 28°C and aged a minimum of 10 months in oak before release.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Castello di Querceto Chianti Classico taste like?
- Expect bright red cherry and red currant fruit with notes of spice, dried herbs, and violets, framed by fresh acidity and light, polished tannins.
- What food pairs well with this wine?
- It's a natural match for tomato-based pasta, pizza, grilled sausages, and aged pecorino, and it also works well with soy- and mirin-glazed Japanese dishes.
- Is this a good introduction to Chianti Classico?
- Yes — with around 90% Sangiovese and lighter tannins than the Riserva, it's considered the estate's most approachable, everyday-friendly wine.
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