Fattoria di Castel Pietraio

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Appetite comes with eating
but thirst departs with drinking
(Rabelais)
Fattoria di Castel Pietraio
®
The Castel Pietraio estate is located in the heart of
Tuscany, in the Chianti Colli Senesi zone, only a
few miles from the Chianti Classico district, in a
hilly position at an altitude of around 250 meters
above sea level, in the commune of
Monteriggioni. Its 153 hectares are divided
among vineyards, olive groves, corn and
sunflowers fields, meadows and woods,
respecting the natural features of the ground. Its
particular climatic conditions, its position on the
hills and its favourable exposure, make Castel
Pietraio a farm with an excellent vocation to
quality wine-growing. Grapes and olives were the
crops that, even since Dante’s time, have been the natural vocation of this
territory. These crops are still used to the greatest advantage at Castel Pietraio as a
tradition, and for many years they have been using pest control and fertilization
techniques with a low impact on the environment, such as sowing legumes in the
rows between the vines.
At Castel Pietraio, new vineyards have been planted with a bigger number of
plants per hectare and rooted cuttings with lower productivity, with the conviction
that a good wine is, first of all, born in the vineyard, and that the fundamentals
are, therefore, the choice of the most suitable land, state of the art planting,
reduction and the care and passion for the vines. To be sure to get a good product,
a few elements are fundamental: the nature of ground, its exposure, natural soil,
from maturing to spring green manure, and the employ of the most modern
agronomic techniques which allow a strong in the use of plant protection products,
in order to create a produce which is more respectful of the environment and of
the consumer's health. Summer thinning out lets to improve the quality of the
grapes to harvest, while defoliation allows a better exposure of the bunch to the
sun, to favour sugar development.
The cellar is a point of pride: it is equipped with the best and most modern facilities for wine-making from own
grapes only, besides of the barriques of allier for ageing.
The juvenile female renewal breeze that blows in recent years at Castel Pietraio, a company has always
committed to quality, with winemaker Barbara Tamburini, and that has led to international recognition with the
wines: Chianti Colli Senesi DOCG, Chianti Superiore DOCG and IGT Chardonnay Sindrada addition to the
Vin Santo del Chianti DOC, now reaches a new milestone with Albertus, Merlot wine
Castel Pietraio with its own medieval castle, vineyards and cellars, is not only a winegrowing company, but
also a hospitable place for those who search for a different type of holiday. A vacation that combines modern
comforts, the atmosphere of a distant past and the magical scent of the Chianti hills.
Accommodations in rooms or apartments with an evocative historical ambiance and the production of fine
wines make of Castel Pietraio a "Wine Resort" which guarantees an unforgettable stay.
CASTEL PIETRAIO® Strada di Strove 33, Monteriggioni Tel. 0577 300020 Fax 0577 300977
Internet http://www.castepietraio.com e-mail info@castelpietraio.it
Fattoria di Castel Pietraio ®
Barone Neri Del Nero
Monteriggioni Toscana Italia
CHIANTI COLLI SENESI
Appelation: Chianti Colli Senesi D.O.C.G.
Estate and vineyards locations: Castel Pietraio
Monteriggioni (SI)
Vintage: 2009
Bottles: 15.000
Main varieties: Sangiovese Toscano 95% - Canaiolo 5%
Altitude: 250 Metri s.l.m.
Soil type: Dry and stony, with clay, limestone, well dryned,
poor in organic matter.
Planting density: Between 4.000 to 6.250 vines per hectare
Pruning system: Spur pruned cordon
Harvest date: first week of October
Vintage report: The balance of 2009 harvest was
positive. winter rainfall guaranteed an ample supply of
groundwater for the following spring and summer, initially
mild in temperature and without any return of winter cold.
In June and early July, rainfall favored the vegetative
growth and development of the plants.The vines were thus
able to perform at their best, and the grapes ripened slightly
early compared to the previous years. During August the
hot, dry days were tempered by cooler nights and winter
water reserves allowed grapes to mature without stress.
September and early October were very favorable
and encouraged the grape bunches to develop completely,
thereby allowing the maximum expression of the intrinsic
aromas and characteristics of each individual variety.
.Vinification: Traditional with temperature controlled in
cement tank.
Fermentation temperature: 26° C
Pressing: soft horizontal presses
Length of ageing: 6 month with microxygenation
Suggested serving temperature: 18° C
Alcohol: 13 % Vol.
Gastronomy: Broiled meat and barbecue, Sautéed meat,
Stuffed pasta
Tasting notes:
Color: Brilliant ruby red color and nuances of ruby red,
moderate transparency.
Aromas: Intense, clean and pleasing aromas of plum, black
cherry, raspberry, blueberry and spicy notes.
Taste: Slightly tannic attack and pleasing crispness,
however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors.
2008
2009
Fattoria di Castel Pietraio ®
Barone Neri Del Nero
Monteriggioni Toscana Italia
CHIANTI Superiore
Appelation: Chianti Superiore D.O.C.G.
Estate and vineyards locations: Castel Pietraio
Monteriggioni (SI)
Vintage: 2009
Bottles: 6.400
Main varieties: Sangiovese Toscano 85% - Merlot 15%
Altitude: 250 Metri s.l.m.
Soil type: Dry and stony, with clay, limestone, well
dryned, poor in organic matter.
Planting density: Between 4.000 to 6.250 vines per
hectare
Pruning system: Spur pruned cordon
Harvest date: first week of October
Vintage report: The balance of 2009 harvest was
positive. winter rainfall guaranteed an ample supply of
groundwater for the following spring and summer,
initially mild in temperature and without any return of
winter cold. In June and early July, rainfall favored the
vegetative growth and development of the plants.The
vines were thus able to perform at their best, and the
grapes ripened slightly early compared to the previous
years. During August the hot, dry days were tempered by
cooler nights and winter water reserves allowed grapes
to mature without stress .
September was very favorable and encouraged the grape
bunches to develop completely, thereby allowing the
maximum expression of the intrinsic aromas and
characteristics of each individual variety.
Vinification: Alcoholic fermentation in cement tanks
with controlled temperature, at 28C degree, malolactic
fermentation in barriques. Aged in barriques of second
ad third passage for ten month, and three month in bottle.
Fermentation temperature: 26° C
Pressing: soft horizontal presses
Suggested serving temperature: 18° C
Alcohol: 13,50 % Vol.
Gastronomy: Broiled meat and barbecue, Sautéed meat,
Stuffed pasta
Tasting notes:
Color: Brilliant ruby red color and nuances of ruby red,
moderate transparency.
Aromas: Intense, clean and pleasing aromas of plum,
black cherry, raspberry, blueberry and spicy notes.
Taste: Slightly tannic attack and pleasing crispness,
however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense
flavors.
Fattoria di Castel Pietraio ®
Barone Neri Del Nero
Monteriggioni Toscana Italia
ALBERTUS 2009
Appellation: TOSCANA I.G.T. Indicazione Geografica Tipica
Estate and vineyards locations: Castel Pietraio Monteriggioni
(SI)
Vintage: 2009
Bottles: 1.000
Main varieties: Merlot 100%
Altitude: 250 Metri s.l.m.
Soil type: Dry and stony, with clay, limestone, well dryned, poor in
organic matter.
Planting density: 6.250 vines per hectare
Pruning system: Spur pruned cordon
Harvest date: Merlot second week of September,
Vintage report: The balance of 2009 harvest was positive. winter
rainfall guaranteed an ample supply of groundwater for the
following spring and summer, initially mild in temperature and
without any return of winter cold. In June and early July, rainfall
favored the vegetative growth and development of the plants.The
vines were thus able to perform at their best, and the grapes ripened
slightly early compared to the previous years. During August the
hot, dry days were tempered by cooler nights and winter water
reserves allowed grapes to mature without stress .
September was very favorable and encouraged the grape bunches to
develop completely, thereby allowing the maximum expression of
the intrinsic aromas and characteristics of each individual variety.
Vinification: The alcoholic fermetation is made in steel tank with
controlled temperature, and the malolactic fermetation is made in
french oak barriques.
Fermentation temperature: 26° C
Pressing: soft horizontal presses
Ageing: 15 months in barriques of Allier,Troncais and Never and
least 12 month in bottle
Suggested serving temperature: 18° C
antinori
Alcohol: 14,00 % Vol.
Gastronomy: Braised and stewed meat with mushrooms, Roasted
meat, Game, Hard cheese
Tasting notes:
Color: Very deep ruby red colour
Aromas: It is an explosion of fruity and spicy notes and it has a
very elegant and complex nose.
Taste: Is a fullbody wine with ripe and soft tannins with a very
good aftertaste.
2007
2007
2008
2008
Fattoria di Castel Pietraio ®
Barone Neri Del Nero
Monteriggioni Toscana Italia
SINDRADA 2009
Appelation: TOSCANA BIANCO I.G.T. Indicazione
Geografica Tipica
Estate and vineyards locations: Castel Pietraio
Monteriggioni (SI)
Vintage: 2009
Bottles: 4.300
Main varieties: Chardonnay
Altitude: 250 Metri s.l.m.
Soil type: Dry and stony, with clay, limestone, well dryned,
poor in organic matter.
Planting density: 6.250 vines per hectare
Pruning system: Spur pruned cordon
Harvest date: Second week of September
Vintage report: The balance of 2009 harvest was
positive. winter rainfall guaranteed an ample supply of
groundwater for the following spring and summer, initially
mild in temperature and without any return of winter cold.
In June and early July, rainfall favored the vegetative
growth and development of the plants.The vines were thus
able to perform at their best, and the grapes ripened slightly
early compared to the previous years. During August the
hot, dry days were tempered by cooler nights and winter
water reserves allowed grapes to mature without stress .
September was very favorable and encouraged the grape
bunches to develop completely, thereby allowing the
maximum expression of the intrinsic aromas and
characteristics of each variety.
Vinification: Premaceration with skins. Soft pressed of the
grapes. Alcoholic fermentation in still tanks with controlled
temperature at 18 C degrees. Aged in still tanks.
No malolactic fermentation.
Length of ageing: 3 month in bottle
Suggested serving temperature: 12 - 14° C
Alcohol: 12 % Vol.
Gastronomy: Risotto with vegetables, Fried fish, Fish and
vegetables
Tasting notes:
Color: Intense straw yellow color and nuances of green.
Aromas: Clean and pleasing aromas with hints of plum,
banana, peach, pineapple and pear.
Taste: Good body, intense flavors. The finish is pretty
persistent with flavors of pineapple and pear
2008
Fattoria di Castel Pietraio ®
Barone Neri Del Nero
Monteriggioni Toscana Italia
ADAILETA 2008
Appelation: TOSCANA BIANCO I.G.T. Indicazione
Geografica Tipica
Estate and vineyards locations: Castel Pietraio
Monteriggioni (SI)
Vintage: 2007
Bottles: 800
Main varieties: Chardonnay
Altitude: 250 Metri s.l.m.
Soil type: Dry and stony, with clay, limestone, well dryned,
poor in organic matter.
Planting density: 6.250 vines per hectare
Pruning system: Spur pruned cordon
Harvest date: Second week of September
Vintage report: The 2008 spring was been very rainy, with
low temperatures well below average.
The rain and the wind, during the bloom period, led to less
the optimal fruit set. The clusters showed smaller-sized
grapes.
During the summer, however, generous sunlight, warm
temperatures and sufficient reserves of water in the soil,
partially remedied the slow development.
The harvest has been in late and, for Chardonnay, has
concluded on the second week of September.
Vinification: Premaceration with skins. Soft pressed of the
grapes. Alcoholic fermentation in barriques. Aged 9 month
in barriques.
Length of ageing: 3 month in bottle
Suggested serving temperature: 12 - 14° C
Alcohol: 13 % Vol
Gastronomy: Risotto with vegetables, Fried fish, Fish and
vegetables
Tasting notes:
Color: Intense straw yellow color and nuances of green.
Aromas: Clean and pleasing aromas with hints of plum,
banana, peach, pineapple and pear.
Taste: Good body, intense flavors. The finish is pretty
persistent with flavors of pineapple and pear
Fattoria di Castel Pietraio ®
Barone Neri Del Nero
Monteriggioni Toscana Italia
VIN SANTO DEL CHIANTI 2000
Appelation: VIN SANTO DEL CHIANTI D.O.C.
Estate and vineyards locations: Castel Pietraio Monteriggioni
(SI)
Vintage: 2000
Bottles: 900 da 50cl.
Main varieties: Malvasia Bianca
Altitude: 250 Metri s.l.m.
Soil type: Dry and stony, with clay, limestone, well dryned,
poor in organic matter.
Planting density: 4.000 vines per hectare
Pruning system: Spur pruned cordon
Harvest date: first week of October
Vintage report: The winter was very cold and a rainy spring,
followed by a sunny and temperate summer with occasional
rainfall, that have relieved the vines from the water stress they
usually suffer during the hot Tuscan summers. A warm second
half of August has helped increase the grapes’ sugar
concentration. The grapes, of excellent quality, have been
harvested in perfect health, rich in sugar and phenols
Vinification: We choose the grape with the best characteristics
to be dried on the “GRATICCI”. Soft pressed grapes and
alcoholic fermentation in “CARATELLO” Traditional with
temperature controlled
Ageing: 7 years
Length of ageing: 1 year in bottle
Suggested serving temperature: 14 - 16° C
Alcohol: 17 % Vol.
Tasting notes:
Color: Intense amber yellow color and nuances of amber yellow,
transparent.
Aromas: intense and persistent as well as having a good and rich
variety Intense, clean, pleasing, refined and elegant aromas that
start with hints of raisin, dried fig and almond followed by
aromas of dried apricot, caramel, candied fruits, honey, and
vanilla.
Taste: Sweet attack and however balanced by alcohol, full body,
intense flavors, agreeable roundness. The finish is persistent
with flavors of raisin, dried fig and almond.
Fattoria di Castel Pietraio ®
di Mauro Neri Del Nero, Via de’Fusari 13, 40123Bologna Tel 051 267534 Fax 051221376
sede operativa: CASTEL PIETRAIO Strada di Strove 33, Monteriggioni Tel. 0577 300020 Fax 0577300977
Internet http://www.castelpietraio.it e-mail info@castelpietraio.it