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Fassini Sangiovese Toscana IGT wine — Castellani winery — Dionysus
RedToscanaIGT

Fassini Sangiovese Toscana IGT

by Castellani · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationToscanaIGT
TypeRed
GrapesSangiovese
Alcohol12.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
CastellaniTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Fassini estate lies among old cypress trees in the hills of the Montalcino wine-growing area in Tuscany. The local limestone- and slate-rich soils promote vigorous vine growth, while the region’s dry, hot climate is particularly well suited to the variety. Clay soils are unsuitable for it.

Vinification

The estate combines traditional winemaking methods with modern developments.

Ageing

The wine is aged in oak barrels.

Tasting profile

Ripe fruit gives the wine a robust, fruity palate with a slightly bitter finish. The delicate nose has aromas of strawberry, blueberry and flowers, with smoke, oak, cinnamon and clove notes contributed by barrel ageing.

Label / history

The small Fassini estate is now part of the Castellani group.