Frascole Chianti Rufina DOCG, Tuscany, Italy

2022 Frascole Chianti Rufina DOCG, Tuscany, Italy is a beautifully crafted organic red wine that captures the elegant character of the Rufina subzone in Chianti. Sourced from high-altitude vineyards between 300 and 500 meters above sea level, this expressive wine is a true representation of artisanal winemaking, steeped in centuries of Tuscan tradition and guided by a deep respect for the land.

Product Details:

• Wine Type: Red Wine
• Appellation: Chianti Rufina DOCG
• Region: Tuscany, Italy
• Grape Varieties: 90% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo, 5% Colorino
• Alcohol By Volume (ABV): 13.5%
• Farming Practices: Certified Organic (since 1999), Vegan
• Vineyard Altitude: Up to 400 meters
• Winemaker: Federico Staderini
• Owners: Enrico Lippi and Elisa Santoni
• Soil Type: Clay loam from Marl of Vicchio formation
• Harvest Method: Manual, in small boxes
• Fermentation: Small steel and cement vats, max 28–30°C
• Maceration Period: 25–28 days
• Malolactic Fermentation: In concrete vats and French tonneaux
• Aging: 12 months; 40% in oak barrels, 60% in cement vats
• Production Year Started: 1992
• Estate Vineyard Size: 12 hectares
• Plant Density: 5,000 vines per hectare

Sensory Description:

This vintage showcases Chianti Rufina’s signature freshness and finesse. On the nose, it offers lifted aromas of ripe red cherry, plum, and subtle violet, framed by earthy hints of wild herbs. The palate is structured yet refined, with lively acidity balancing polished tannins. Flavors of sour cherry, pomegranate, and a whisper of spice evolve into a savory, persistent finish.

Winemaker's Background:
Frascole is a small, family-run estate nestled between the Mugello and Valdisieve valleys. Since 1992, the Lippi and Santoni families have farmed organically, preserving a landscape that has cultivated vines since Etruscan times. Their wines are shaped by altitude, climate extremes, and a hands-on approach that follows each bottle from vineyard to cellar. The estate also produces acclaimed olive oil and offers farmhouse accommodations surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.

Serving Suggestions:

Best served slightly below room temperature (around 60–65°F / 16–18°C), this Chianti Rufina pairs beautifully with Tuscan staples like grilled meats, wild boar ragù, aged pecorino, or mushroom risotto. Its acidity and complexity also make it a fantastic companion to tomato-based pasta dishes and roasted poultry.

Elegant and expressive, the 2022 Frascole Chianti Rufina DOCG, Tuscany, Italy is a testament to organic farming, traditional vinification, and the enduring soul of one of Chianti’s finest subregions.