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White dry
The logo represents the fluid, the essence of the ancient costal lake of Prelius, what now is known as the Maremma Toscana around Grosseto. The lake has slowly disappeared also due to the drainage of the 30s and now the only fluid that’s left is the excellent wine making tradition of the region. The vineyards of Castelprile are located on a hilltop along the shores of the ancient lake, 5 miles from the sea facing the majestic Tuscan Archipelago.
The nose is with typical hints of aromatic herbs of Vermentino blended with an expression of wild flowers and sweet spices. The wine is full and harmonious on the palate with notes of wild flowers and herbs accompanied by hints of almond on the finish, which is long and notably savoury.
Serve at 8-10 °C with seafood stew, grilled fish, sauces with tomato.
The Castelprile della Volpaia 2021 Maremma Toscana Vermentino Prelius (with 20,000 bottles made) is a tonic and vibrant wine with lots of citrus, sage and some sharp mineral detailing. You get great value with this fun, lean-bodied white wine that would pair with a classic seafood salad with a mix of mussels, squid and shrimp with olive oil and lemon juice.
"Castello di Volpaia" is more than just vineyards and a farm – it's the historic residence of the Della Volpaia family of Florence, a dynasty of artists and builders who once created armillary spheres and sundials. Lorenzo, a friend of Leonardo da Vinci, who created an impressive clock for Florence's Palazzo Vecchio, was a particularly prominent member.
Today, "Castello di Volpaia" belongs to the Mascheroni Stianti family, who are dedicated to ensuring that every restoration respects the original artistic heritage. Maintaining the traditions of the 11th century, the castle and the surrounding village remain closely linked to the production of high-quality wine and olive oil. The unique terroir of the Volpaia area, located in the prestigious Chianti Classico region, gives the wines their distinctive character. The winery owns 360 hectares of vineyards, which are farmed according to strict organic farming principles, emphasizing the harmony between nature and man. "Castello di Volpaia" is undoubtedly considered a super classic Italian wine producer, and almost all of their red wines are made from Tuscany's primary grape variety, ‘Sangiovese’.
Wine Style
"Castello di Volpaia" wines are characterized by elegance, structure, and excellent acid balance, reflecting the uniqueness of the Chianti Classico region and especially the Volpaia terroir. Red wines, made from ‘Sangiovese’ grapes, dominate.
Prestigious Vineyards
The "Castello di Volpaia" vineyards are located in the upper Chianti Classico zone, in the Volpaia area:
These exceptional vineyard characteristics and respect for tradition are the foundation of the quality of "Castello di Volpaia" wines.
Aging and Drinking Period
"Castello di Volpaia" red wines are aged in oak barrels and then in bottles to create a harmonious and balanced wine. While some young wines can be enjoyed immediately, the top-class Chianti Classico Riserva and other selected cuvées have excellent potential to age and develop for many years, gaining even more complexity and elegant nuances.
