I Sodi di San Niccolo’ 2019

Castellare di Castellina ‘s I Sodi di San Niccolò 2019 is the ultimate expression of the Chianti Classico tradition declined in a historic Super Tuscan. It is a wine that focuses everything on timeless elegance and the enhancement of native grape varieties.

Here is the description for the 2019 vintage:

Organoleptic Profile

• Color: Deep ruby red with slight garnet highlights.

• Nose: The bouquet is of extraordinary complexity. Notes of black cherry and plum emerge, blending with evolved hints of vanilla, licorice, sweet tobacco and a characteristic balsamic note of eucalyptus.

• Taste: The palate is harmonious and of great stature. The tannins are dense but incredibly silky. The 2019 vintage imparts a vibrant freshness that balances the concentration of the fruit, leading to a very long, savory and noble finish.

Technical Characteristics

• Grape varieties: 85% Sangiovese (Sangioveto) and 15% Malvasia Nera. This is a distinctive choice that excludes international grape varieties.

• Aging: Matures for about 24-30 months in French oak barrels (50 percent new) and rests in bottle for another 12 months.

• 2019 vintage: Considered one of the best recent vintages for balance, it allowed the Sangiovese to express important structure without losing aromatic finesse.

In summary

I Sodi di San Niccolò is a “monumental” but extremely enjoyable wine. It is the perfect balance between the power of great Tuscan reds and the grace of high hill Sangiovese. It is a collector’s wine with an aging capacity of more than 20-30 years.

Ideal pairing: Rich and flavorful dishes such as braised meats, game (wild boar stew), pigeon or very aged hard cheeses.