Casalferro Rosso Toscana 2019

Barone Ricasoli

Casalferro Rosso Toscana
2019

$98.00

* Retail price including taxes and service fees if applicable
Service fees
$ 15.75
Product code
15060655
Format
6 x 750ml
Listing type
Private import
Status
Unavailable
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$82.00
Country
Italy
Regulated designation
Indicazione geographica tipica (IGT)
Region
Tuscany
Varietal(s)
Cabernet Sauvignon 100 %
Alcohol percentage
14,5%
Colour
Red
Sugar
Dry
Closure type
Cork
Producer's website

About this winery

Located in Gaiole in Chianti, in the heart of Tuscany, Castello di Brolio is the historic cradle of the Ricasoli family, active in viticulture since 1141, making it Italy's oldest winery. The visionary Bettino Ricasoli was behind the original Chianti Classico formula, created in 1872. Since 1993, Francesco Ricasoli has been at the helm of the estate with passion, breathing new life into it through an approach combining respect for tradition, technical innovation and a scientific approach....

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Product notes

Casalferro is a selection of Merlot grapes from three different vineyards: Vigna Casalferro, Vigna Pecchierino and Vigna Sodacci. Vigna Casalferro: Arenarie (sand and rocks), Alberese (limestone). 5 hectares at 400 meters altitude. Vigna Pecchierino: Alberese (limestone). 3.25 hectares at 400 meters altitude. Vigna Sodacci: Arenarie (sand and rocks). 4.22 hectares at 500 meters altitude.

Production notes

The Merlot grapes were harvested by hand from September 15th for the Pecchierino vineyard, September 16th for the Sodacci vineyard and, finally, for the Casalferro vineyard on September 18th. Aged for 21 months in barrels and barriques, 30% of which are new oak and the remaining 70% are second and third passages.

Tasting notes

This single-varietal Merlot is distinguished by its mineral and spicy notes that precede the black and red fruit notes. Young, rich, and powerful, it stands the test of time. Pairs well with red meats.

Press reviews

James Suckling

- 98 points -

James Suckling, July 2022 (Vintage 2019)

Sweet, ripe cherry and raspberry flavors define this Chianti Classico from start to finish, augmented by almond, iron and tar accents, with a hefty dose of grainy tannins. All the elements come together on the juicy aftertaste. Best from 2021 through 2036. 250 cases imported.

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Wine Spectator

- 93 points -

Bruce Sanderson, October 2023 (Vintage 2019)

A rich, dark expression of Merlot, this red walks the line between austerity and generosity, the latter gaining ground as this builds to the fine finish. Dense, with the tight texture working in tandem with black cherry, blackberry, iron and spice flavors. Best from 2025 through 2038. 750 cases made, 150 cases imported.

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