An ancient code as old as time itself ties Castello di Meleto to a land that demands care, development, and innovation, always respecting the surrounding ecosystem.
A biodiversity that can be fully experienced during a visit to this winery, where 800 hectares of forest embrace olive trees, vineyards, and a magical bee park. Here, Sangiovese becomes the gustatory essence, embodying the quintessential Chianti Tuscan identity.
Vigna Poggiarso is a prestigious Cru from Castello di Meleto, a refined selection of Chianti Classico made with 100% Sangiovese, expressing the purest identity of the grapes from this vineyard.
The result is a product that, after maturing for over two years in barrels, opens in the glass with brilliant reflections of vivid red color that pleasingly fills a large tasting glass, while releasing the olfactory breadth of this Chianti.
An abundance of fresh red fruits, from blueberries to plums, with forest notes in the subtle spiciness of light leather and fully mature floral hints.
The personality of this wine comes full circle on the palate: enveloping, straightforward, expansive, perfectly tannic, and with a highly persistent finish: a truly authentic wine.
Setting aside traditional pairing ideas for a moment – while this wine naturally complements tables rich with fine cured meats and high-quality meats – imagine instead holding a glass of Vigna Poggiarso in hand, gazing out of a window at Castello di Meleto, and admiring the exceptional quality and care this winery conveys, even through its landscapes.
Company Profile
Castello di Meleto is a complex and highly diversified reality. It represents the largest organic company in Chianti Classico and has six sub-zones capable of expressing all the diversity of the terroirs of this territory.
It is the perfect interpreter of the identity of Gaiole in Chianti, one of the highest municipalities of the Denomination, where the entire property is located, extending for over 1,000 hectares. Its dynamism, given by a young management and an international vision, make it one of the fastest growing realities in the territory. A story that began in 1256 and rewritten in 1968 thanks to the realization of a of many men dream.
Belonging to the Ricasoli family for several centuries, the Castle was reborn with “Operazione Vigneti” the first far-sighted crowdfunding operation in Italy, in the world of wine. For Castello di Meleto, wine is a philosophy: “Not 130 hectares of vineyards, but 130 times a hectare”, a tailored approach aimed at interpreting Chianti Classico while respecting each micro-area. Everything starts from the vineyard, which is parcelled out and followed step by step thanks also to technology.
This allows us to know each row of vineyards and to enhance the individual expressions with around 100 separate vinifications Castello di Meleto is today also a wonderful Wine Resort that lives on meticulously studied experiences to deeply live the territory. A structure to be enjoyed all year round thanks to the splendid Torre Parabuio suite, the large spaces of the frescoed rooms furnished in compliance with the long legacy and the eighteenth-century theater, the original 7 superior rooms located in the ancient watchtower, the two swimming pools that offer breathtaking views and 11 perfectly restored rural houses.
It is a natural oasis and a comprehensive environmental project, which includes, among other things, the production of organic extra virgin olive oil and a Bee Park, an educational place where 2 hectares of plants and flowers host approximately 3.2 million bees, divided into 80 families.
CASTELLO DI MELETO
Località Castello di Meleto Gaiole in Chianti, SI 53013 IT
info@castellomeleto.it – +39 0577 749129
https://www.castellomeleto.it
