Castello Monterinaldi Chianti Classico DOCG, Tuscany, Italy

Bright and windswept, the 2021 Monterinaldi Chianti Classico DOCG carries the clarity of high-altitude fruit in every aromatic layer. From the first swirl, it radiates with cherry skin, crushed violet, and dried herbs caught in a hillside breeze. Structured but never rigid, this wine feels carved from stone and sun, a Chianti Classico rooted in place, patience, and purity.

Product Details:

• Varietal: Sangiovese with small amounts of Canaiolo Nero and other local varieties
• ABV: 13.5%
• Closure: Cork
• Fermentation: Neutral concrete tanks
• Aging: 70% in concrete tanks, 30% in large Slavonian oak barrels
• Certified Organic: Since 2018
• Storage Potential: 8–10 years from harvest

Awards & Accolades:

• Gold — Mundus Vini Summer Tasting 2024 (2021 vintage)

Sensory Description:

Aromas unfold in a refined chorus of red cherries, wild plum, rose petals, and dried lavender, anchored by savory nuances of Provençal herbs and dusty minerality. On the palate, this wine moves with precision and grace, silky tannins, brisk acidity, and a core of cool-climate berry fruit balanced by notes of balsamic and crushed rock. The finish is lifted, fresh, and quietly complex.

Winemaker's Background:

The Castello di Monterinaldi estate, situated between Panzano and Radda in Chianti, traces its history back to 1010 AD. With roots in Lombard nobility and scars from centuries of war, its enduring symbol, a turtle, represents a philosophy of slow, intentional growth. Today, the estate spans 50 hectares of organically farmed vines, where modern technology is used not to obscure tradition but to elevate it. Sustainability is not a trend at Monterinaldi, it’s a generational promise, certified organic and Equalitas-recognized since 2018.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve at 60–64°F. Pair with beef ragù pappardelle, Tuscan-style pork roast, wild mushroom risotto, or a board of aged Pecorino and fennel salami. Its brightness and structure make it a superb companion to savory dishes with herbs or umami depth.

Elegant yet grounded, the 2021 Monterinaldi Chianti Classico DOCG captures the essence of Radda’s high-altitude soils, wild, stony, and floral, and brings it to the table with honesty, energy, and a quiet sense of time.