About Vivaio del Cavaliere
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese, Malvasia Nera, Syrah
- Price Range
- $12-16
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
A light, fruity IGT Toscana Rosso blend of roughly 75% Sangiovese, 20% Malvasia Nera and 5% Syrah, all organically grown. Matured in concrete tanks for about 6 months and released young and fresh. Savory, meaty aromas mingle with rich dried fruit and spice; the palate shows ripe black plum and bramble alongside bright red cherry, juicy black cherry and a hint of licorice root, with supple tannins and balancing acidity. Best served around 18°C and enjoyable on release, though it can also develop over a few years.
Don't mistake its easy price for a lack of character — Vivaio del Cavaliere delivers real Sangiovese-driven depth in an everyday bottle.
New to wine?
An easy-drinking, everyday red that's a gentle, affordable way to try the estate's organic Sangiovese blends.
Food Pairings
A versatile daily red for pasta with meat sauce, roasted lamb, white meats, charcuterie, pizza, and general cheese pairings.
When to drink it
Weeknight pasta dinners, casual aperitivo, everyday pairing with grilled or roasted meats.
Terroir & Winemaking
Approx. 75% Sangiovese, 20% Malvasia Nera, 5% Syrah (ratios vary slightly by vintage), all certified organic. Matured in concrete tanks for approximately 6 months, bottled young. ABV approx. 14-14.5%. Suggested serving temperature around 18°C.
About the producer
Castello La LecciaHistoric Castellina estate crafting organic, single-vineyard Chianti Classico.Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Vivaio del Cavaliere's grape composition?
- It is a blend of approximately 75% Sangiovese, 20% Malvasia Nera and 5% Syrah, all organically grown at the estate.
- What does it taste like?
- Savory, meaty aromas with dried fruit and spice lead to a palate of ripe black plum, bramble, bright red cherry, juicy black cherry and a hint of licorice root.
- What food pairs well with it?
- It's versatile with pasta in meat sauce, roasted lamb, white meats, charcuterie and pizza — an everyday food wine.
- At what temperature should it be served?
- Around 18°C is recommended, and letting it breathe briefly after opening helps the dark fruit and spice notes open up further.
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