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“Vernaiolo” Chianti DOCG 2022
Vernaiolo is one of the oldest members of the Rocca delle Macìe family and has always been the estate's most traditional example of Chianti. Its name is derived from the Latin vernāle, which means "of spring" and indicates the season in which the Chianti was bottled after it had survived the winter. Even today, this lively, ruby-red wine is ready to drink in the spring after the harvest and retains its fresh and fruity characteristics for a long time.
Fruity red with lots of dried berries and a hint of dried flowers and a touch of milk chocolate. Medium body, round tannins and a fresh finish. Delicious and very entertaining. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Varieties: 90% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot, 5% Canaiolo
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 5 months stainless steel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2027+
- Closure: Diam
- Food recommendations
trippa alla fiorentina - Total extract: 28,65 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,65 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,85 g/l
- Sulfite: 119 mg/l
- pH value: 3,53
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“S. Alfonso” Chianti Classico DOCG 2021
The Chianti Classico from Tenuta Sant' Alfonso is a sophisticated wine of authentic style: aromas of plums, dark cherries, clay, mushrooms and oregano. Medium-bodied with fine, creamy tannins and fresh acidity. Round and balanced with a velvety texture. Intense and multi-layered, followed by a long, smooth finish - everything in the right place! SUPERIORE.DE
"Sparkling ruby red with slightly brightening edges. On the nose, hearty cherries, plums and violets, with a light white pepper aftertaste. Fruity on the palate, with fine tannins, savoury." Falstaff
"The intensely savory nose is full of cured meat, new leather and pencil lead, with zippy undertones of cranberry and hibiscus. The meatiness escalates on the palate, while pepper, fresh cherry and orange provide balance. Tannins are approachable, while the acidity is substantive enough to make itself known." Wine Enthusiast
"A firm and linear red with crushed stone to the cherry and chocolate character. Medium body. Lightly chewy finish. A little tight now at the end." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 12 months wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,25 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,38 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,87 g/l
- Sulfite: 88 mg/l
- pH value: 3,55
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Famiglia Zingarelli” Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2019
Traditional Chianti Classico Riserva: Ruby red, intense and refined bouquet with fruity aromas and a very gentle hint of vanilla and tobacco. Powerful on the palate, with a persistent flavour, well-balanced tannins and nicely defined body. Great length and impressive storage potential. SUPERIORE.DE
"Sparkling garnet red with ruby reflections. In the nose with aromas of herbal spice, noble wood, red pepper, and plum jam. Mouth-filling on the palate, with noticeable acidity, with soft bitter notes and broad tannins." Falstaff
"Savory plums, mushrooms, leather and spiced oranges on the nose, with a medium-bodied palate rounded by firm but polished tannins. Elegant and refined." James Suckling
"Boasts juicy cherry, blackberry, plum, earth and tobacco aromas and flavors, with undertones of leafy underbrush. Firm and balanced, with a lingering aftertaste that echoes the fruit and picks up a mineral note." Wine Spectator
"Another great classic from Zingarelli family’s estate, from Castellina in Chianti area. Sangiovese, with Cabernet and Merlot to enrich the blend, berry jam on the nose, with notes of iris and peony. The mouthfeel has iodine-brackish tannins, with floral-fruity return and good persistence." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Varieties: 90% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 24 months oak barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,45 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,56 g/l
- Residual sugar: 3,42 g/l
- Sulfite: 119 mg/l
- pH value: 3,45
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Il Crocino” Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2020
Intense, sparkling ruby. Clear and memorable nose of cherry, some hazelnut, eucalyptus and fine juicy plums. Plenty of richness and ripeness on the palate with flavours of dark cherry and spice that are both compelling and generous. Fine-meshed, polished tannin, opens clear and straightforward, very fine, lots of plum on the palate too, plus black cherry, plum, espresso, smoke, liquorice and leather notes. Fine cloves in the finish. This juicy wine shows a good sense of depth, appeal and balance. SUPERIORE.DE
"Exciting attack with notes of red berries, undergrowth and spices; compact texture, the acidity and tannins in balance, combining power and length." Vinum
"The 2020 is already showing its charms: strawberry, plum and pepper give way to notes of hyacinth and anise. Well weighted, it is ample and generous but not heavy, packed with youthful fruit and a real juiciness. The tannins are chalky and restrained, and it has a lovely balance." Decanter
"Beautiful aromas of cherries and citrus with some grit. Medium bodied with fresh acidity and fine tannins showing energy and brightness." James Suckling
read more- Grape Varieties: 95% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 24 months in wooden barrels (a small part in barrique)
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2033+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,65 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,65 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,85 g/l
- Sulfite: 106 mg/l
- pH value: 3,48
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Sergioveto” Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2019
Bright ruby red colour. Warm, balsamic bouquet of black cherry, some plum and blackcurrant syrup, then firm, complex and spicy on the palate, the fruit beautifully present and with a wonderfully long finish with notes of leather and sweet tobacco. The well-structured tannins perfectly round off the overall picture of a serious red with personality and character. The 20/24-month ageing in French oak barrels (25-35 hl), followed by a further year in the bottle, enriches the aromatic complexity of the wine with a clear focus on balance and elegance. SUPERIORE.DE
"Bright ruby red colour. Plum and Amarena cherries on the nose, with elderberries and mint, reminiscent of roasted apple. Juicy, radiant on the palate, spreads over the tongue with great play and lots of tension, slightly salty, finesse-rich and long finish." Falstaff
"A 100% expression of Sangiovese, the Rocca delle Macìe 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva SerGioveto shows hints of baked plum, candied fruit and spice with dusty mineral and good overall definition." Wine Advocate
"The nose layers soil and pencil shavings on top of strawberries and cherries and then chocolate and coffee, before the palate luxuriates in chocolate-cherry notes with a texture that's dense and velvety but maintains its integrity with angular tannins." Wine Enthusiast
"Subtle and complex aromas of red berries, mushrooms, blood orange and nutmeg. A medium-bodied Chianti Classico, showing dusty tannins and juicy, savory berry fruit on the palate. Silky and effortless." James Suckling
"Rich, laced with cherry, raspberry, earth and underbrush flavors. Revealing weighty, well-integrated tannins, this is balanced overall and tightens up on the finish." Wine Spectator
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 20‑24 months large wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2035+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
goose breast - Total extract: 30,25 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,83 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,89 g/l
- Sulfite: 91 mg/l
- pH value: 3,52
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Roccato” Cabernet Sauvignon Toscana IGT 2016
Deep purple. Spicy Cabernet nose of herbs, fine blackberry notes, ripe cassis, some chocolate and wild raspberries. The pronounced fruit carries this monumental, single-varietal Cabernet Sauvignon into the long final. The tannins provide a stable framework and give this magnificent red a long life. SUPERIORE.DE
"Dark, bright garnet red. On the nose of ripe, lush currant and ripe raspberry, a hint of pickled cherry, bright spice. Fruit-sweet core with polished tannin, very savoury, drinks fine and even, slightly salty core, full of character, with persistence." Falstaff
"Powerful, ripe style with some blackcurrant and blackberry and spicy undertones. Smooth tannins with a very elegant structure and complexity." Decanter
"A pretty cabernet with currant and blackberry character, as well as some crushed stone. It's medium-bodied with good integration of tannins and a fresh a, vivid finish. Just opening up now." James Suckling
"Balsamic notes of wild rosemary, pine and juniper join the plum and blackberry fruit in this dense, well-proportioned red. The oak is nicely integrated and this cruises to a long, menthol- and mineral-tinged finish." Wine Spectator
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 12 months barrique/3 months oak barrel
- Filtration: no
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2030
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 32,60 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,59 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,42 g/l
- Sulfite: 85 mg/l
- pH value: 3,47
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned09863016 · 0,75 l · 44,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping11 units available
“Sergio Zingarelli” Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2016
Named after the owner, the house's top wine is the result of many years of work in the vineyard and dates back to 2000, when the winery began replanting many of its own areas with Sangiovese. To this day, Sergio Zingarelli pursues the goal of interpreting his existing terroir as authentically as possible. The result is the highest classification Gran Selezione, which is confirmed every year by the consortium and is only awarded to the best growths of the appellation.
Rich ruby. Concentrated nose of herbs, black cherry, chocolate, earthy notes and oak spice. On the palate a juicy and soft fruit, refined tannins, glides dynamically spicy into a respectable finish. SUPERIORE.DE"Dark, elegantly shining ruby. Opens on the nose on notes of black tea, incense, sage, then a little fumé, ripe cherry, wild berries. On the palate dense, tight, very substantial, opens with many layers and tight tannin, warm and clear fruit, with lots of pressure in the finish." Falstaff
"Vibrant cherry, plum and chocolate flavors are offset by loamy earth, sage and sanguine notes in this savory red, which shows considerable depth and intensity, though it is reserved and closed at this stage." Wine Spectator
"The Rocca delle Macìe 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Sergio Zingarelli is the top-tier wine in this estate's portfolio. A dark and nicely concentrated expression, it shows lots of dark fruit and plum." Wine Advocate
"Lovely sweet fruit with plums and cherries, as well as some walnut and smoke character. Fine, polished tannins. It’s medium-to full-bodied with firm, creamy tannins and a fruity finish. Delicious now, but will improve with age." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 24 months barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2040+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,80 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,56 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,85 g/l
- Sulfite: 106 mg/l
- pH value: 3,55
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Lo Chiamavano Trinità" Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2016 · MAGNUM in gift box
Sergio's father Italo Zingarelli was a highly innovative film producer who brought Bud Spencer and Terence Hill, among others, to the screen with his film "They call me Trinity/Lo Chiamavano Trinità" in December 1970, setting a milestone in Italian cinema history.
In honour of him and the film classic, his children Fabio, Sandra and Sergio have vinified a 100% Sangiovese, which is exclusively bottled in magnums with a manageable 600 bottles on the world market. This outstanding Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from the top year 2016 will only be available for one vintage. It represents the completion of a journey that began 50 years ago when Italo (a Roman by birth) fell in love with the hills of Castellina in Chianti. SUPERIORE.DE
"Wonderful aromas of plums, sour cherry, lavender, and sliced orange follow through to a full body with dense and firm tannins that are beautifully integrated into the wine. It’s so long and focused. Such finesse with structure. Balanced and attractive. Drinkable but better in three to four years. Try after 2023." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 18 months large/small oak barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2042+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,85 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,65 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,85 g/l
- Sulfite: 86 mg/l
- pH value: 3,51
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned09863516 · 1,5 l · 198,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping9 units available
“Sergio Zingarelli” Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2016 · 6 bottles in OWC
Named after the owner, the house's top wine is the result of many years of work in the vineyard and dates back to 2000, when the winery began replanting many of its own areas with Sangiovese. To this day, Sergio Zingarelli pursues the goal of interpreting his existing terroir as authentically as possible. The result is the highest classification, Gran Selezione, which is confirmed every year by the consortium and is only awarded to the best growths of the appellation.
Rich ruby. Concentrated nose of herbs, black cherry, chocolate, earthy notes and oak spice. On the palate a juicy and soft fruit, refined tannins, glides dynamically spicy into a respectable finish. SUPERIORE.DE"Dark, elegantly shining ruby. Opens on the nose on notes of black tea, incense, sage, then a little fumé, ripe cherry, wild berries. On the palate dense, tight, very substantial, opens with many layers and tight tannin, warm and clear fruit, with lots of pressure in the finish." Falstaff
"Vibrant cherry, plum and chocolate flavors are offset by loamy earth, sage and sanguine notes in this savory red, which shows considerable depth and intensity, though it is reserved and closed at this stage." Wine Spectator
"The Rocca delle Macìe 2016 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Sergio Zingarelli is the top-tier wine in this estate's portfolio. A dark and nicely concentrated expression, it shows lots of dark fruit and plum." Wine Advocate
"Lovely sweet fruit with plums and cherries, as well as some walnut and smoke character. Fine, polished tannins. It’s medium-to full-bodied with firm, creamy tannins and a fruity finish. Delicious now, but will improve with age." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 24 months barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2040+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,80 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,56 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,85 g/l
- Sulfite: 106 mg/l
- pH value: 3,55
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned09862916 · 4,5 l · 94,22 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping5 units available
Although the company is one of the largest in Chianti Classico, the owners, Sergio and Daniela Zingarelli, never lose track of their wide range of products, which are distributed in several million bottles per year. Since 1989 Sergio has been the passionate president of the Rocca delle Macìe winery in Castellina. At that time he had taken over the estate from his father Italo Zingarelli, who had acquired it in 1973, after having finished his career as a film producer, as a farm settlement under the name "Le Macìe". "Macìa" means translated into German as "Steinschlag" (rockfall) - and it is precisely this name that characterizes the soils in the Chianti region very well. Italo restored the estate, planting vines and olive groves. In 1978 he launched his first Chianti, which was immediately well received by wine critics, the trade and the gastronomy.
Italo Zingarelli also acquired the nearby Sant'Alfonso winery, which he transformed into a modern wine cellar with modern oenological equipment. To this day, the winery is always kept up to date. With Lorenzo Landi as the new oenologist, the cellar technical approach was also redefined some years ago.
The total area of the company now covers more than 600 hectares, of which more than a third is used for viticulture and 80 hectares for olive growing. Rocca delle Macìe is also renowned for its honey production. Today, the estate includes four estates in Chianti Classico, Macìe, Sant'Alfonso, Fizzano and Tavolelle, as well as two branches in the Maremma, Campomaccione and Casamaria. SUPERIORE.DE
"The company's philosophy is based on a very prudent pricing policy, where quantity and quality do not get in each other's way, but sometimes get to their absolute top form". Gambero Rosso
Facts
- Year of foundation: 1973
- Owner: Zingarelli family
- Enologist: Sergio Zingarlli
- Annual production: approx. 4.500.000 bottles
- Vineyard area: approx. 210 hectares
- Conventional cultivation