Nipozzano Vecchie Viti Riserva
⏳ Drinking Window
2024 - 2032
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Pairs beautifully with classic Tuscan T-bone steak (Bistecca alla Fiorentina), slow-cooked wild boar ragù over pappardelle, or aged Pecorino Toscano cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the historic Castello di Nipozzano in the Chianti Rufina denomination, the Vecchie Viti Riserva is a tribute to the Frescobaldi family's deep-rooted winemaking legacy, which dates back to the Renaissance. The name 'Nipozzano' historically translates to 'without a well,' hinting at the stony, arid, and exceptionally well-drained soils of this rugged Tuscan subregion. This wine is crafted from the estate's oldest vines, which delve deep into the clay-limestone soils to yield concentrated, complex fruit. Primarily composed of Sangiovese alongside traditional blending partners like Malvasia Nera, Colorino, and Canaiolo, the wine undergoes a meticulous aging process in traditional oak casks for 24 months. The result is a highly expressive, elegant red characterized by notes of dark cherry, wild berries, refined spices, and a distinctive mineral backbone that reflects its unique terroir.
🍾 About the Producer
With a storied viticultural heritage dating back over 700 years to the early 14th century, Frescobaldi stands as one of Tuscany's most historic and revered aristocratic wine dynasties. Headquartered in Florence, the Frescobaldi family oversees a prestigious collection of iconic estates across Tuscany's premier terroirs, including Castello Nipozzano in Chianti Rùfina, Tenuta CastelGiocondo in Montalcino, Tenuta Castiglioni, and the renowned Tenuta Luce. The house is dedicated to celebrating the authentic diversity of Tuscan landscapes through sustainable viticulture and meticulous cellar craftsmanship. Their expansive, critically acclaimed portfolio spans classic Sangiovese benchmarks such as Nipozzano Riserva and Montesodi to world-renowned Super Tuscans like Giramonte and Lamaione.