2001 Castell'in Villa Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Tuscany, Italy Pierre Sparr VINIFICATION: Direct press of grapes

VINIFICATION: Direct press of grapes

A study of naturally made cabernet franc and amphora againg through the lense of Conca de Barbera

Bunches got pressed as whole cluster

fully destemmed

2016 Ashes & Diamonds Grand Vin No

2001 Castell'in Villa Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Tuscany, Italy Pierre Sparr VINIFICATION: Direct press of grapesThis historic winery is known for producing some of the most traditionally crafted, age worthy wines in the appellation. To illustrate this, they have also kept back an extensive library of older vintages. These wines can last at least 40 years, as is illustrated if you get a chance to try the first vintage of the Chianti Classico Riserva the 1971.