Aska
Bolgheri Rosso DOC
in temperature-controlled (24-30°C) hybrid French oak and stainless-steel tanks Horizon
In 225 and 350 l French oak barrels for about 10 months
Years / Technical sheets / Awards
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2023
THE 2023 VINTAGE
The winter was mild, with temperatures slightly above seasonal averages. In early April, cold spells caused marginal damage to budding. Rainfall in the first four months of the year was slightly below average. In May and June, rainfall was extremely heavy, with a total of 200 millimeters and 28 days of rain out of 60. Fortunately, after the first few months of summer, the weather changed radically, with excellent sunshine and high temperatures. September was characterized by above-average temperatures and abundant winds from the north, with almost no rain.
TASTING NOTES
Fruity and elegant wine with an intense red colour. Sweet aromas with notes of jam, in which hints of pepper and tobacco stand out. The body is powerful and concentrated, the texture is compact. Persistent finish with great ageing potential.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14,5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in French oak barriques (225 & 350 l.) for about 10 months
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2022
THE 2022 VINTAGE
The year 2022 was marked by a peculiar dry spell that began as early as late winter and persisted through most of the summer. A decisive turning point came in mid-August, when the first of a series of storms occurred that were providential for the most crucial period of grape ripening. The Bolgheri varieties showed that they were able to react very positively, on the one hand withstanding the initial lack of water and on the other metabolizing the rains as well and as quickly as possible, eventually allowing optimal ripening, especially for the less precocious varieties. The harvest started early, on average around the third week of August, and ended in late September. Contrary to initial summer expectations, the wines show non-excessive alcohol degrees, good acidity and extractions, and maintain the freshness and elegance that are typical of Bolgheri wines.
TASTING NOTES
Fruity and elegant wine with an intense red colour. Sweet aromas with notes of jam, in which hints of pepper and tobacco stand out. The body is powerful and concentrated, the texture is compact. Persistent finish with great ageing potential.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14,5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in French oak barriques (225 & 350 l.) for about 10 months
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
MUNDUS WINES SILVER
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 93
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2021
THE 2021 VINTAGE
The pink note of the Centine family: an excellent balance between versatility and impressive aromatic expression.
TASTING NOTES
Fruity and elegant wine with an intense red colour. Sweet aromas with notes of jam, in which hints of pepper and tobacco stand out. The body is powerful and concentrated, the texture is compact. Persistent finish with great ageing potential.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in 225- and 350-litre French oak barriques for about 10 months
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 94
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2020
THE 2020 VINTAGE
A perfect mix of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon that gives life to an immediate and extremely versatile wine.
TASTING NOTES
Fruity and elegant wine with an intense red colour. Sweet aromas with notes of jam, in which hints of pepper and tobacco stand out. The body is powerful and concentrated, the texture is compact. Persistent finish with great ageing potential.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in 225- and 350-litre French oak barriques for about 10 months
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 92
WINE ENTHUSIAST 91
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2019
THE 2019 VINTAGE
The extraordinarily cold weather in April and May caused a delay in the growing season, which was recuperated later, thanks to a warm and dry period. The sudden rise in temperature then favored the production of sparse and light grape bunches. August and September, sunny and without torrid temperatures, allowed for an optimal ripening of the grapes. A harvest which will go down in history, with grapes of high quality and an intense territorial personality which gave us wines with great structure and sapidity.
TASTING NOTES
Fruity and elegant wine with an intense red colour. Sweet aromas with notes of jam, in which hints of pepper and tobacco stand out. The body is powerful and concentrated, the texture is compact. Persistent finish with great ageing potential.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in 225- and 350-litre French oak barriques for about 10 months
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
WINE ENTHUSIAST 93
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 93
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2018
THE 2018 VINTAGE
Expression of the meeting between the Sangiovese, an emblematic vine of Montalcino and the peculiarities of the international vines implanted in this area.
Complex aroma, characterized by hints of small red fruits accompanied by notes of tobacco and licorice. Soft wine with sweet and elegant tannins. and a long and persistent finish.
TASTING NOTES
Fruity and elegant wine, with an intense red colour. It is characterised by an intense and complex aroma, in which notes of bilberry and fruit jam stand out, accompanied by hints of tobacco and cocoa. On the palate, it is broad with sweet, elegant tannins. A persistent finish with great ageing potential.
AWARDS
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 93
IWC 90 - Silver
FALSTAFF 91
WOW Silver
THE DRINKS BUSINESS Silver
MUNDUS WINES Gold
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2017
THE 2017 VINTAGE
Expression of the meeting between the Sangiovese, an emblematic vine of Montalcino and the peculiarities of the international vines implanted in this area.
TASTING NOTES
Complex and intense aromas, characterized by hints of blueberry and jam, followed by notes of tobacco and cocoa. In the mouth it is soft, with sweet and elegant tannins. Long and persistent finish on the palate. Wine with very good agimg potential
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in 225- and 350-litre French oak barriques for about 10 months
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
IWC 93
THE DRINKS BUSINESS Gold
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 92
WINE ENTHUSIAST 90
ROBERTPARKER.COM 90
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2016
THE 2016 VINTAGE
A vintage with a fairly regular vegetative trend, in which the heavy rains of mid-September were the only critical moment. Thanks to the actions taken in the vineyard and, then, in the cellar, the quality results were excellent.
Complex aroma, characterized by hints of small red fruits accompanied by notes of tobacco and licorice. Soft wine with sweet and elegant tannins. and a long and persistent finish.
TASTING NOTES
Fermentation: in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks. Aging: in French oak barriques (225 & 350 l.) for about 10 months
AWARDS
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 92
WINE ADVOCATE - MONICA LARNER 90
WINE SPECTATOR 92
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2015
THE 2015 VINTAGE
The growing cycle began slightly in advance, with a very rainy and cool spring. The summer temperatures were fresh and well below the seasonal average, consequently, the maturations of the grapes took place with a delay of about 10 days. The harvest of early varieties was facilitated by rather beautiful days of the beginning of September, while late varieties enjoyed a rise in temperatures in the last decade of the month, which allowed for a full ripening of the grapes.
This vintage was characterized by difficult climate conditions. Yet, thanks to the ocean influence, we could achieve a good quality.
TASTING NOTES
Deep and intense ruby red. The nose is fruity and sweet, with the hints of jam accompanied by more complex notes of pepper and tobacco. In the mouth, it is powerful and well concentrated. Enjoyable since now but also suitable for medium to long-aging.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13,5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in 225- and 350-litre French oak barriques for about 10 months
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
WINE SPECTATOR INSIDE 93
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 92
THE WINE COMPETITION Silver
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2014
THE 2014 VINTAGE
The growing cycle began slightly in advance, with a very rainy and cool spring. The summer temperatures were fresh and well below the seasonal average, consequently, the maturations of the grapes took place with a delay of about 10 days. The harvest of early varieties was facilitated by rather beautiful days of the beginning of September, while late varieties enjoyed a rise in temperatures in the last decade of the month, which allowed for a full ripening of the grapes.
This vintage was characterized by difficult climate conditions. Yet, thanks to the ocean influence, we could achieve a good quality.
TASTING NOTES
Deep and intense ruby red. The nose is fruity and sweet, with the hints of jam accompanied by more complex notes of pepper and tobacco. In the mouth, it is powerful and well concentrated. Enjoyable since now but also suitable for medium to long-aging.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13,5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in 225- and 350-litre French oak barriques for about 10 months
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
MUNDUS WINES Silver
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2013
THE 2013 VINTAGE
The growing cycle began with a significant delay, with some rains during the Spring. June was marked by cooler temperatures, under the seasonal average. August and September were hot and dry, but the ripening, despite two weeks delay, have been supported by water reserves of the previous months. Summer nights were characterized by cooler temperatures, contributing to the improvement of the quality of the grapes. From the end of September, rainfall was abundant, causing problems during the repining, without affecting the vineyards.
TASTING NOTES
The temperate climate of the year, together with the influence of the sea near the Bolgheri area, gave us a fruity, elegant and mature wine.
The color is red and deep. The aromas are complex and characterized by hints of currant, blueberry, plum jam together with pleasant complex notes of tobacco and licorice. The structure is strong and full, but at the same time it reveals softness and maturity. Thanks to sweet and elegant tannins, it results very persistent in the finish. Aging potential is considerable.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in 225- and 350-litre French oak barriques for about 10 months
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 92
WINEMAKER CHALLENGE Platinum - 96
CRITICS CHALLENGE AWARDS Gold - 91
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2012
THE 2012 VINTAGE
The growing cycle began in the usual time frame, with dry weather in April and May. June was marked by cooler temperature and a lack of rainfall. Summer saw a return to regular avarage temperatures in July through mid-August, when a sudden heat wave raised temperatures over 40°C (104°F) through the end of the month. A sun-drenched September, with normal average temperatures, allowed for a good harvest.
TASTING NOTES
The Bolgheri zone of production, thanks to the influence of the sea, gives even in this warm vintage, an extremely elegant wine, unique expression of the terroir.
Deep red color. Intense and complex nose, with hints of blueberry and fruit jam, together with a pleasant hints of tobacco and cocoa. The structure is characterized by gentle and elegant tannins that give complexity and persistence. It's a wine suitable for a long potential aging
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in 225- and 350-litre French oak barriques for about 10 months
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 93
MUNDUS WINES Gold
ROBERTPARKER.COM 90
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2011
THE 2011 VINTAGE
The vine's growth cycle started at the right time with a climate particularly mild and dry in the months of April and May. The sunny days of June were then followed by copious rainfall in the middle of July, resulting also in significant drop in temperatures. The climate conditions in early August were pretty cool, but the region was then covered by an anti-cyclone weather pattern originating from Africa, which led to a spike in temperatures, reaching well above the average for the period and lasting for around two weeks. Therefore hydric stress accelerated the ripening. September and October were sunny and dry with very hot temperatures.
The high temperature during the end of summer, favored a great maturation of the grapes, giving us a wine with personality.
TASTING NOTES
Deep red color. Attractive aromas, with notes of berries, accompanied with hints of licorice, sandal, tobacco and coffee. In the mouth the structure is powerful, very soft and gentle, thanks to matured tannins. A good acidity permits a persistent final, favoring a great balance.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14,4%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in 225- and 350-litre French oak barriques for about 10 months
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
DECANTER 90
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2010
THE 2010 VINTAGE
The start of the growing season was slightly delayed, with abundant spring rainfall and temperatures in May and June well below the seasonal average. The weather was warm and dry from mid-June through August, when temperatures dropped again. Cool nights helped the development of aromatics and the synthesis of polyphenols in the grapes, enhancing the overall quality of the bouquet and the wine's acidity. Scarce rainfall allowed for ideal harvest conditions.
TASTING NOTES
Elegant aromas thanks to the dropping temperature during August, which favored a major aromatic synthesis.
Deep red color. Intense and complex aromas, with hints of currant, blueberry, fruit jam, together with hints of tobacco and licorice. The structure in the mouth is powerful, full and soft, with gentle and elegant tannins and, very persistent finish.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 14,5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-28°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in 225- and 350-litre French oak barriques for about 10 months
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
JAMESSUCKLING.COM 92
