Winemaker Notes
Made with grapes from Tuscany coastal vineyards with characterized by the typical sandy, clayey and calcareous soil. To produce this premium Tuscan wine Castellani follows the old traditional vinification method.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Perfumed nose of cedar, spearmint, morello cherry, vanilla and lemon verbena. Medium-bodied with polished tannins. Spicy character with ambitious new wood. Mocha at the end.
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
The 2019 Famiglia Castellani Sangiovese offers an easy ride on the palate. Enjoy its aromas and flavors of dried boysenberries, savory spices, and earthy notes with braised, mild-seasoned lamb shanks. (Tasted: July 2, 2024, San Francisco, CA)
Legendary in Italy for its Renaissance art and striking landscape, Tuscany is also home to many of the country’s best red wines. Sangiovese reigns supreme here, as either the single varietal, or a dominant player, in almost all of Tuscany’s best.
A remarkable Chianti, named for its region of origin, will have a bright acidity, supple tannins and plenty of cherry fruit character. From the hills and valleys surrounding the medieval village of Montalcino, come the distinguished and age-worthy wines based on Brunello (Sangiovese). Earning global acclaim since the 1970s, the Tuscan Blends are composed solely of international grape varieties or a mix of international and Sangiovese. The wine called Vine Nobile di Montepulciano, composed of Prognolo Gentile (Sangiovese) and is recognized both for finesse and power.