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Le Ginestre wine — Castellare di Castellina winery — Dionysus
WhiteToscanaIGT

Le Ginestre

by Castellare di Castellina · Tuscany, Italy

AppellationToscanaIGT
TypeWhite
Grapes60% Sauvignon Blanc, 40% Chardonnay
VineyardVineyards at 350–400 m in Castellina in Chianti
LineCastellare di Castellina
Alcohol12.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourWhite
Colour depthLight
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at10–12 °C
Keeps for3–4 years
Bottled in0.75 l
Castellare di CastellinaTuscany, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The vineyards lie at 350–400 m on calcareous, clayey soils. Vines are trained to simple and double Guyot at a density of 2,500 plants per hectare, with a stated yield of 60 quintals per hectare. Harvest takes place at the end of September.

Grapes

60% Sauvignon Blanc and 40% Chardonnay. Sauvignon Blanc contributes the aromatic character, while Chardonnay gives the blend depth and breadth.

Vinification

Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks at controlled temperature. Malolactic fermentation is not carried out. The wine remains for four months before bottling, without wood maturation, followed by four months in bottle.

Tasting profile

Straw yellow. Peach, boxwood and elderflower shape the nose, followed by gooseberry and a touch of vanilla on the finish. The palate is rounded, full-flavoured and balanced in structure.

Serving and pairing

A natural match for fish and shellfish, including seafood risotto. It can also accompany white meat and traditional Tuscan cold cuts, where its freshness balances the richness of the food.