Red dry
Experience the world's only Caberlot in its accessible form with Podere Il Carnasciale Botte Grande 2022. This organically farmed Tuscan gem offers vibrant fruit, floral notes, and impressive aging potential, reflecting meticulous craftsmanship.
This IGT Toscana wine is 100% Caberlot, a unique spontaneous cross of Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Sourced from three 4-hectare plots planted in 2004, 2010, and 2013, the organically farmed vineyards feature varying clay and limestone soils. Grapes are manually harvested into small 15kg cases, sorted in the vineyard, and transported by refrigerated truck.
Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel and malolactic fermentation in large foudre precede 22 months aging in 40hl foudre and 6 months in bottle. Carnasciale Botte Grande displays floral notes of geranium and white pepper. With an aging potential of 10 to 15+ years, only 10,390 bottles were produced in 2022.
Serve at 16 – 18 °C with game, beef steaks, stews, or carpaccio drizzled with truffle oil, as well as roasted portobello mushroom with Parmesan cheese.
A True Rarity from Tuscany – Podere Il Carnasciale and the Legendary 'Caberlot' Grape
In the world of wine, few stories are as authentic and distinctive as that of Podere Il Carnasciale. Founded by the Rogosky family, the estate is nestled in the remote foothills of the Valdarno mountains in the Chianti region. Its history is inseparable from a truly unique grape variety – Caberlot.
The winery is lovingly and attentively managed by Beatina Rogosky and her son Moritz, working closely with long-time winemaker Peter Schilling.
A Unique Grape, a Unique Estate
Caberlot is the only grape of its kind in the world – genetically and in flavor profile it lies somewhere between Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Though the variety was discovered by chance, it has become a rare symbol of what nature and human respect for it can create.
The estate follows strict organic viticulture principles: no chemical fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides are used. All vineyard work – from pruning to harvesting – is done entirely by hand. Each vineyard plot, and even each harvest day, is vinified separately, preserving the unique character of each micro-terroir. Only minimal amounts of added sulfites are used during winemaking.
Wine Style and Philosophy
Il Carnasciale wines are deep, refined, and extremely rare. Each bottle is the result of slow aging, careful selection, and sensitive craftsmanship. They display aromas of red berries, herbs, chocolate, oak, and irises, along with a subtle texture that reflects both terroir and vision.
A Collector’s Secret
Today, Podere Il Carnasciale is not just a winery – it’s a legend, known to few, yet deeply appreciated by those who seek authenticity, depth, and uniqueness in every glass. This is a wine perfectly suited not only for special occasions but also for the refined cellar of a true collector.
