Wines of Tuscany

A great Supertucsan, a Bordeaux blend, certainly one of the most important wines produced by the Castello di Querceto company, Il Cignale stands out for its characteristic and original organoleptic profile at the same time; it is certainly the best known of the François family business, produced for the first time with the 1986 vintage. It comes from a 4-hectare vineyard planted in 1981 at an altitude between 490 and 520 meters, with a density of five thousand vines per hectare and after a maturation of about 2 years in French oak barriques, plus a further refinement of over 6 months. The base is Cabernet Sauvignon (80-90%) accompanied by Merlot. Cignale (Tuscan dialect expression to indicate the wild boar, an animal depicted in several versions on the labels), like all the wines of Castello di Querceto , has the characteristic of longevity. In the family cellar, among the shelves rest dusty bottles of Chianti Classico from 1909, 1911, 1916, and among these, five examples of the historic 1904 vintage are still on display. Wines over 20 years old, incredibly rich in color and with perfumes and aromas still young, well balanced between the fruit and the never invasive wood. Another characteristic of Cignale is that beyond the origin of the blend, what "brands" the wine is above all the territory. In a "blind" tasting with other wines, even those based on Sangiovese, it is not uncommon (especially with older vintages) to have doubts whether it is a product originating from local grapes, such as Sangiovese, or international ones, as in this case Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.

Produced only with grapes from the "Greve in Chianti" area, in the province of Florence. Obtained with Sangiovese (95%) and Canaiolo (5%) grapes. Vinification with maceration on the skins for about 15 days at 28 °C, subsequent maturation in barriques for 10/12 months to move on to refinement in the bottle for a minimum of 4 months. Uncork at least 2 hours before serving

A captivating bottle that perfectly embodies the idea of Supertuscan: a Tuscan wine born from a Bordeaux blend of great power and complexity. suitable for both the most complex combinations and for the most disengaged occasions. A true champion of the breed, it is enhanced by noble combinations such as game, braised meats and fine meats. It is a wine that lends itself to long ageing.

This is a remarkable example of a traditional Chianti Vin Santo. It comes from grapes harvested from a single vineyard of 1 hectare cultivated with Malvasia di Toscana, Trebbiano Toscano and San Colombano. The grapes are dried for 3 months before pressing and aged in 100-litre oak barrels for 3 years before bottling and a further 3 months of aging in the cellar before being marketed. It displays aromas and flavors of dried fig, nuts, sultanas, leather and balsamic hints that make it a wonderful accompaniment to a cheese platter. A fine example of a traditionally produced fine dessert wine. Suitable for bottle aging up to 25 years after release.

Castello di Querceto Crus tasting box with 6 total bottles: 2 La Corte bottles, a deep and balanced 100% Sangiovese, elegant, dry and with great character. On the nose hints of red fruits and herbaceous notes with a slight presence of balsamic notes. Long and persuasive finish. n° 2 bottles Il Cignale, blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot, very intense, elegant and well structured. On the nose expressions of red fruit and classic notes of humus. Complete the presence of a balsamic note that fades into pine. In the mouth the tannins are full-bodied, but velvety and balanced. n° 2 bottles Il Querciolaia, blend of 65% Sangiovese and 35% Cabernet Sauvignon very intense, with a nose full of red fruits and light herbaceous notes. Elegant tannins for a long and balanced finish.

This Syrah is Stefano Amerighi 's representative wine, the result of his work and his idea. A broad idea that goes from the soil to the plant to the balance of nature.

The Chianti Classico Riserva "Villa Antinori " is a bursting expression of Tuscany and is aged for 24 months in wooden barrels. Complex, intense and rich on the nose. Elegant, full-bodied and structured on the palate. Here proposed in an elegant wooden box, ideal for a gift!

A magnificent wine envied by the whole world, a creation that only Antinori could obtain, the Chianti Classico Riserva, signed "Villa Antinori " is a true masterpiece of central Tuscany. We offer it in 3-liter format in its magnificent silk-screened wooden case. A perfect product for a gift or for an important dinner, destined to withstand even long aging, it is truly a wine not to be missed.

THE RED OF CASA ANTINORI IN THE LARGE FORMAT Villa Antinori , one of the best known and appreciated labels by the general public, is also offered in the Magnum version, more suited to aging and to make a good impression on the table. Sangiovese stands out in its blend with 55% followed by Cabernet Sauvignon with 25%, Merlot with 15% and Syrah with 5%. With the appropriate winemaking techniques all the aromatic and coloring substances have been extracted from these grapes. The consequent assembly and aging in barriques of various origins has given the wine international references and at the same time a strong territorial link that expresses all its "Tuscan character".

A refined blend of Merlot and Carmènere, Villa Gresti is a wine with a wonderful texture and velvety tannins.

With an elegant and floral nose, the Bianco di Pitigliano Superiore Doc Rasenno shows off refinement and great cleanliness.

The Ciliegiolo Capoccia of the Cantina Vignaioli del Morellino is a soft, juicy Maremma red wine with an inviting drinkability. It will become your favorite wine for all meals

Intense ruby red. The nose expresses balsamic notes, hints of coffee and red fruit. On the palate it is soft and velvety, intense, warm and with excellent persistence. For the whole meal, it goes well with meat dishes, including important roasts, cured meats and medium-aged cheeses.

On the hill of San Germano the vine was already cultivated 3,000 years ago by the Etruscans. A millenary history that has allowed the plants to self-select, naturally developing their defenses against climatic and biological adversities, and therefore to obtain healthier grapes of excellent quality. It comes from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and a small part of Sangioveto.

Intense ruby red. The nose reveals notes of red fruit, in particular blackberry and blueberry, tobacco and vanilla. On the palate it is full, robust, outlined by a good freshness, of great persistence. Throughout the meal, it goes well with stewed red meats and game, excellent with spicy cheeses.

Intense ruby red. The nose reveals notes of red fruit, in particular blackberry and blueberry, tobacco and vanilla. On the palate it is full, robust, outlined by a good freshness, of great persistence. Throughout the meal, it goes well with stewed red meats and game, excellent with spicy cheeses.

Intense ruby red with slight garnet reflections. On the nose it expresses beautiful spicy notes that are flanked by strong fruity hints, cherry and blackberry. Balsamic traces of cocoa, tobacco, mint open to a taste of great breadth and infinite grace, deep and balanced. Of great persistence. Throughout the meal, it goes well with red meats, roasts, game and aged cheeses.

Intense ruby red with slight garnet reflections. On the nose it expresses beautiful spicy notes that are flanked by strong fruity hints, cherry and blackberry. Balsamic traces of cocoa, tobacco, mint open to a taste of great breadth and infinite grace, deep and balanced. Of great persistence. Throughout the meal, it goes well with red meats, roasts, game and aged cheeses.

Intense ruby red with slight garnet reflections. The nose expresses beautiful spicy notes that are flanked by strong fruity, cherry and blackberry hints. Balsamic traces of cocoa, tobacco, mint open to a taste of great breadth and infinite grace, deep and balanced. Of great persistence. Throughout the meal, it goes well with red meats, roasts, game and aged cheeses.

Intense ruby red with slight garnet reflections. On the nose it expresses beautiful spicy notes that are flanked by strong fruity hints, cherry and blackberry. Balsamic traces of cocoa, tobacco, mint open to a taste of great breadth and infinite grace, deep and balanced. Of great persistence. Throughout the meal, it goes well with red meats, roasts, game and aged cheeses.

Intense ruby red with slight garnet reflections. On the nose it expresses beautiful spicy notes that are flanked by strong fruity hints, cherry and blackberry. Balsamic traces of cocoa, tobacco, mint open to a taste of great breadth and infinite grace, deep and balanced. Of great persistence. Throughout the meal, it goes well with red meats, roasts, game and aged cheeses.

Intense ruby red with slight garnet reflections. On the nose it expresses beautiful spicy notes that are flanked by strong fruity hints, cherry and blackberry. Balsamic traces of cocoa, tobacco, mint open to a taste of great breadth and infinite grace, deep and balanced. Of great persistence. Throughout the meal, it goes well with red meats, roasts, game and aged cheeses.

Historic Antinori house wine which, since the 2011 vintage, is produced with grapes from the Tignanello estate. It is composed almost entirely of Sangiovese grapes combined with a small amount of other complementary varieties. A wine that presents itself as the full expression of the quality and elegance of the Sangiovese of these areas.