Villa Cafaggio - Basilica Cafaggio Chianti Classico 2022 (750ml)
Price: $18.99
| Producer | Villa Cafaggio |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Subregion | Chianti |
| Varietal | Sangiovese Blend |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Sku | 1-100376 |
| Size | 750ml |
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The Basilica Cafaggio Chianti Classico 2022 is a vibrant expression of Sangiovese from one of the most esteemed terroirs in Tuscany. This single-estate wine hails from the "conca d'oro" ("golden shell") vineyards of Cafaggio, a historic site renowned for producing exceptional Chianti Classico since the Renaissance.
Located in the heart of Panzano, one of the five original Chianti Classico villages, Cafaggio's vineyards are blessed with a unique combination of rocky galestro limestone and calcareous sandstone soils. This well-drained terroir, coupled with the vineyards' high altitude and southern exposure, allows the Sangiovese grapes to achieve perfect ripeness and concentration.
The 2022 vintage showcases an alluring bouquet of red fruits, including blackberry, blueberry, and plum, interwoven with spicy notes of cinnamon, clove, and bitter cocoa from careful aging in Slavonian oak barrels. On the palate, the wine is pure and satisfying, with a full body and a rich, robust texture.
This Chianti Classico is a perfect companion for savory and fatty dishes like pizza, grilled meats, and game.
