Casadei Cabernet Franc Filare 18 DOC Organic 2019

Country
Italy
Region
Tuscany
Producer
Famiglia Casadei
Grape(s)
Cabernet Franc (100%)
Type
Red
Style
Rich
Oaked Style
Oaked
Body Style
Full bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
14%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
Biodynamic
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No

Region

In the heart of central Italy, Tuscany is one of the most prestigious and celebrated wine growing regions in the world. These gentle rolling hills are not only home to Italy`s culture and language, but also to the grand wine estates of Chianti to the north and the more modest yet superb estates of Montalcino and Montepulciano in the south. Sangiovese is the red grape variety that unites Tuscany`s wine producing districts in its various distinct clones. However, planting of international grape varieties, such as Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, have given rise to the world renowned `Super Tuscan` wines.

Producer

Tenuta Casadei is located in Alta Maremma, near Suvereto which is 13km from the coast. The estate and winery were established in 2000 by Stefano Casadei who came to Alta Maremma with a love of these mineral rich soils and mild climate. His goal was to grow vines with respect for the envirionment and create unique, authentic wines. Stefano met Fred Cline who shared his values of evironmental care and who drove the `bio integrale` idea for the estate developing sustainable agriculture and biodynamic techniques. Stefano`s daughter Elena Casadei is now involved with the winemaking and started intergrating amphorae into production, with the aim of keeping these ancient winemaking tools in the modern era.
Tasting Notes
This bold Tuscan Cabernet Franc is grown on mineral rich soils. Hand harvested and spontaneously fermented in terracotta amphorae which are buried underground for 30 days. The wine is aged in new French oak barriques for 18-20 months depending on the vintage. The amphorae help to promote this wines` great minerality, with a perfect blend of red fruit and spices on the nose. The velvety tannins are pleasantly balanced by its acidity to leave a lasting, well-structured finish.
Food
Due to its well-structured character, this wine will pair fantastically with aged cheeses or grilled and roasted red meats.