Malvasia Nera 'Camboi' Castello di Meleto 2020

The Malvasia Nera ‘Camboi’ from Castello di Meleto represents a gem in the national wine scene, a unique wine that originates in the Meleto area, a locality steeped in history and winemaking tradition. ‘Camboi’, an acronym for Campo dei Buoi, was originally, in the Middle Ages, a territory dedicated to the breeding of oxen that was, in the 1970s, converted into a vineyard, with a prevalence of the Malvasia Nera grape of Chianti. This particular choice has given rise to a rare wine that is unusually vinified in purity, offering a product with a distinctive personality.

The Malvasia Nera 'Camboi' from the Castelli di Mileto winery faithfully reflects its territory of origin, characterized by clay and galestro soils, which give the wine structure and complexity. The grapes come from the vineyards of San Piero, where they are harvested and then subjected to destemming and soft pressing. Fermentation occurs spontaneously in steel tanks, followed by aging for about one year in third and fourth passage barriques. During this period, non-invasive winemaking operations are carried out to ensure maximum expression of the terroir and the grape.

‘Camboi’ Malvasia Nera from Castello di Meleto presents itself in the glass with an intense ruby red color, enriched by violet reflections, anticipating an enveloping sensory experience. On the nose, notes of small red fruits capture attention, accompanied by delicate floral nuances. The palate is delighted by a full and intense sip, supported by ripe and velvety tannins, perfectly integrated. This organoleptic complexity makes it an ideal companion for traditional Tuscan meat dishes, as well as for medium-aged cheeses. Furthermore, its balanced structure allows for good longevity, with the possibility of further aging in the cellar for over five years, further enhancing its typical characteristics.