Ratings
Wine Spectator 90 points for 2023 vintage; highly rated by several critics
Identity
| Producer | Castello di Albola |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOCG |
| Grapes | 100% Sangiovese |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Ruby red with shades of garnet |
| Aroma | Fruity notes of red fruits and violet, delicate hints of violet, red berries, strawberry, sage, spice cake, subtle earth, cherry, exotic spice |
| Palate | Harmonious and fresh with well-integrated tannins, medium-bodied, vibrant structure, polished tannins, balanced acidity, silky texture, and a bright finish |
| Finish | Delicate and long-lasting finish, velvety and seductive, with a pleasant drinkability and balanced grace |
| Food Pairing | Traditional first courses with sauce, white meats and roasts, medium-aged cheeses, grilled barbecued marinated roasted and stuffed meats and fish |
| Aging Potential | Up to 20 years aging potential for Riserva; generally good longevity |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| ABV % | 14.0 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 1.80 |
| Aging Process | Aged about 12 months in large Slavonian oak barrels; malolactic fermentation occurs in oak; followed by bottle aging |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with skin contact for about two weeks; malolactic fermentation in oak |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 350-650 m |
| Soil | Alberese and galestro (calcareous clay and marl) soils |
| Harvest Type | Manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes are hand-harvested from high-altitude vineyards in Radda in Chianti |
Interesting facts
| Castello di Albola estate dates back to the 12th century; owned by the Zonin family since the 1970s; vineyards among the highest in Chianti Classico; known for elegant wines expressing terroir |