Fattoria di Basciano
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Authentic Chianti Rufina excellence with a family legacy.
Fattoria di Basciano is a historic estate in the heart of the Chianti Rufina DOCG, owned by the Masi family since the early 1900s. The roughly 70-hectare property, of which about 30-35 hectares are under vine, sits on a hilltop overlooking the Sieve river valley at around 300 meters altitude, on the stony 'Galestro' soil typical of the appellation. Under Renzo Masi and his son Paolo, an agronomist, the estate blends traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to produce elegant, terroir-driven Sangiovese-based wines - most notably their Chianti Rufina and Chianti Rufina Riserva - that have earned praise from Wine Spectator and Robert Parker's Wine Advocate for their vivid acidity, refined tannins, and excellent quality-to-price ratio. The estate is a member of the Consorzio Chianti Classico region's neighboring Rufina wine community and is widely regarded as one of the leading producers of Chianti Rufina.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for those who appreciate elegant, terroir-driven Sangiovese and excellent value-for-money Italian wines.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Fattoria di Basciano's Chianti Rufina special?
- The estate's hilltop vineyards at around 300 meters altitude and stony 'Galestro' soil create a cooler microclimate with a wide day-night temperature swing, producing wines with vibrant acidity, refined tannins, and exceptional aromatic complexity.
- Is Fattoria di Basciano the same as Renzo Masi?
- Yes. Fattoria di Basciano is the estate owned by the Masi family, and its wines are commonly labeled and sold under the Renzo Masi name, representing three generations of winemaking expertise led by Renzo and his son Paolo Masi.
- What grape varieties does Fattoria di Basciano grow?
- The estate's flagship Chianti Rufina is built primarily on Sangiovese, typically blended with a small portion of Colorino, fermented with skin maceration and aged in French oak barrels.
- Do Fattoria di Basciano's wines pair well with food?
- Yes, they are crafted to be food-friendly, pairing well with traditional Tuscan dishes, grilled meats, and also with soy-sauce-based simmered Japanese dishes.