| Region of production: | Chianti Classico |
| Winery Location: | Greve, Florence (Chianti winery); Alberese (Maremma winery) |
| Year Established: | 1974 |
Vineyard Holdings
106 ha
Top Wines Produced & Inaugural Vintages
- Chianti Classico DOCG: Some vintages produced as a Riserva. 100% Sangiovese.
- Camartina Toscana IGP: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Sangiovese. Aging varies for each grape but is typically about 18 months in 25% new French oak barrels before assemblage.
- Batàr Toscana IGP: 50% each Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc (prior to 1992, it was a blend of Pinot Blanc and Pinot Grigio). Aged in 25% new 228-liter French oak with weekly bâtonnage.
- Palafreno Toscana IGP: 100% Merlot aged in 25% new French oak for 18 months. 250 cases produced. Inaugural vintage 2000.
- Mongrana Maremma Toscana IGP: 50% Sangiovese with 25% each Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Aged in cement and stainless steel. 11,000 cases produced. Inaugural vintage 2005.
- Turpino Toscana IGP: Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Syrah. Aged 16 months in 20% new French oak. 1,660 cases produced. Inaugural vintage 2007.
Average Total Production
- N/A
Summary
Querciabella was founded in 1974 by Giuseppe Castiglioni and is now run by his son, Sebastiano Cossia Castiglioni. It is a traditional estate with holdings in both Chianti and Maremma. Querciabella has been organic since 1988 and converted to 100% biodynamic in 2000. In 2010, Castiglioni incorporated a farming program known as cruelty-free biodynamics, which prohibits the use of animal-derived products. The winery focuses on old vineyards and dry farming to achieve ripeness and concentration.
Style & Vinification Techniques
Viticulture is focused on old vines and dry farming. In addition to its organic and biodynamic commitment, the estate is invested in biodiversity preservation efforts. In the cellar, Quercibella strives for minimal intervention. Peristaltic pumps are used for gentle handling.
Producer Website: Querciabella