Podere Monastero
The Podere Monastero estate is situated in Castellina in Chianti, in the heart of Tuscany, about 500 metres above sea level. It was established in 2000 by its owner, oenologist Alessandro Cellai, with the sole aim of making two great wines - La Pineta and Campanaio. The vineyards occupy an area of 3 hectares, 1.5 of which used for the cultivation of Pinot Nero (La Pineta), while the remaining 1.5 are cultivated with Cabernet Sauvignon (50%) and Merlot (50%) (Campanaio). The choice of land combined with extensive research and meticulous attention to detail, in the vineyard and in the cellar, has produced two great wines of considerable personality. These wines fully enhance the particular characteristics of the grape varieties of origin, without disguising the positive aspects of the local “terroir”.
Rosso di Toscana IGT Campanaio
Vintage: 2008
Production Area: Castellina in Chianti
Classification: IGT
Varietal: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Merlot
Alcohol: 13.5%
Volume: 750ml
A Bordeaux-inspired blend with Tuscan flair, Campanaio is a bright and fruity young wine that elicits bright berry aromas. Full-bodied, with very polished velvety tannins and a long finish. The fruity character, highlighted with hints of vanilla, is evident all the way through. This wine complements all types of grilled meats, especially steak but also goes well lighter meals and bean based dishes.
Pinot Nero IGT La Pineta
Vintage: 2008
Production Area: Castellina in Chianti
Classification: IGT
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Alcohol: 13.5%
Volume: 750ml
La Pineta is a testimony to the vision and commitment of winemaker, Alessandro Cellai, who set out to create a big, structured Pinot Nero from Tuscany. He has succeeded in style. La Pineta is dark in color, tending towards purple in the glass. The nose shows aromas of crushed blackberries and strawberries, with floral and mineral tones. On the palate it is full-bodied and precise, soft and velvety, with fine tannins and a long finish. It pairs beautifully with roasted red meats of all types, as well as chicken, duck and mushroom pasta and risotto.
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