Castello di Albola
Poggio Alle Fate
2019
$28.35
Out of stock
About this winery
The Castello di Albola Estate is situated in Radda at the heart of the Chianti Classico DOCG appellation, where the legacy of grape cultivation dates back to the time of the Etruscans. The Acciaiuoli family commissioned the estate to plant its lofty vineyard in Chianti Classico in the 15th century as a symbol of their high status. Over the centuries, many noble Tuscan families have owned the property, and the estate has earned various accolades for its wines. In 1979, the Zonin family acquired...
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Production notes
The grapes are harvested with great care and undergo a gentle crushing before being delicately pressed. The must ferments at a controlled temperature of around 64° F., in order to preserve the wine's fruitiness and organoleptic complexity.
Tasting notes
COLOR Bright straw yellow, highlighted by greenish reflections. BOUQUET Extremely fresh with citrus fruit notes of pineapple, grapefruit, and lime zest. PALATE Fresh and pleasantly dry with well-balanced acidity, desirable mineral notes, and green apple on the finish. FOOD PAIRING Excellent as an aperitif; ideal with fish soups, calamari, shellfish and seasonal vegetable pasta or risotto.