San Fabiano Calcinaia
サン・ファビアーノ・カルチナイア
Organic-certified Chianti Classico from Castellina, run by the Serio family since 1983.
Located in the heart of Chianti Classico between Poggibonsi and Castellina in Chianti, San Fabiano Calcinaia has been owned by Guido Serio and his wife Isa since 1983. The estate spans roughly 165 hectares and has been fully certified organic since converting production in 2009. Sangiovese-based wines from the estate's limestone-rich soils — including the Chianti Classico Annata, Riserva, and the Cerviolo Rosso Supertuscan — are consistently recognized by critics such as James Suckling, Wine Enthusiast, and Decanter, reflecting the estate's reputation as one of Castellina's leading quality-focused producers.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for lovers of terroir-driven, organically farmed Sangiovese with proven aging potential and consistent critical acclaim.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who owns San Fabiano Calcinaia?
- The estate has been owned and run by Guido Serio and his wife Isa since they acquired it in 1983, with the family still overseeing the property today.
- Is San Fabiano Calcinaia organic?
- Yes. The estate began converting to organic farming in 2009, and the entire production has been certified organic since then.
- What are San Fabiano Calcinaia's signature wines?
- The Chianti Classico Annata and Riserva 'Cellole', alongside the Supertuscan Cerviolo Rosso (Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon blend), are the estate's flagship wines, both showing structure and aging potential from the limestone soils of Castellina.
- What food pairs well with San Fabiano Calcinaia wines?
- The wines pair classically with Tuscan dishes such as Florentine steak, pappardelle with wild boar ragù, ribollita, and aged cheeses, thanks to their firm tannins and bright acidity.