CHIANTI CLASSICO DOCG
Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin
GRAPE VARIETY
100% Sangiovese
TASTING NOTES
Chianti Classico DOCG 2023 Cafaggio is a classic, typical red wine from Chianti Classico in Tuscany, made mainly from Sangiovese grapes grown in the Conca d’Oro of Panzano in Chianti, within the Greve in Chianti municipality. The 2023 vintage reflects the estate’s style with a fresh, harmonious and terroir-driven profile, perfect for those seeking a balanced Chianti Classico that’s ready to drink yet not simplistic. In Chianti Classico, 2023 featured a rainy spring and slightly lower yields, which promoted good aromatic ripeness and healthy grapes. The result is a Chianti Classico DOCG 2023 Cafaggio with clear fruit, good concentration, gentle tannins and vibrant acidity that makes it smooth and food-friendly. Cafaggio’s vineyards lie in a particularly suited hillside amphitheater with a breezy microclimate, strong day-night temperature swings and clay-limestone soils rich in galestro. This terroir gives the wine structure and elegance, along with a pleasant savoriness that lifts the finish. Sangiovese, the star of Chianti Classico, here shows a bright ruby color, natural acidity and a fine yet present tannic texture. In the 2023 vintage, the grape emphasizes fruit freshness and drinkability, while retaining moderate aging potential in bottle for a few years. To the eye, Chianti Classico DOCG 2023 Cafaggio appears as a bright medium-intensity ruby red with violet hints that highlight its youth. On the nose, it offers aromas of cherry, raspberry and crisp plum, followed by violet, light sweet spices and a mineral touch. On the palate, it’s consistent: red fruit returns juicy, backed by lively acidity, fine tannins, good savoriness and a medium-length finish echoing cherry and spices. Cafaggio is a historic estate in Panzano in Chianti with documented origins from the 15th century, now renowned for vineyard-specific Chianti Classico. The wine comes from hand-harvested grapes and matures for about 12 months in large oak casks, followed by refinement in cement and bottle to preserve Sangiovese’s identity. Chianti Classico DOCG 2023 Cafaggio pairs ideally with Tuscan cuisine: cured meats, crostini, pasta with ragù, grilled meats and light roasts. For a reliable Chianti Classico from Panzano with excellent value and versatile food matches, this 2023 vintage hits the mark for both newcomers to the denomination and seasoned fans.