Badalei
Toscana IGT
Versatility and freshness make it a Vermentino with an intriguing and distinct personality.
In temperature-controlled (13-15°C) stainless-steel tanks.
In stainless-steel tanks for around 3 months
Years / Technical sheets / Awards
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2025
THE 2025 VINTAGE
After a winter characterized by weather conditions broadly in line with seasonal averages, budbreak occurred at the usual time for our territory. The beginning of spring was rather rainy; these precipitations encouraged vigorous shoot growth and allowed the soils to build up adequate water reserves, which later proved valuable during the subsequent phases of the growing season. June, by contrast, was marked by dry conditions, with temperatures in the final days rising well above seasonal norms. In July, the weather remained dry but with temperatures significantly cooler than average: a situation that favored intense photosynthetic activity and led to a slight advance in veraison. August was decidedly hot, with a few heat spikes; however, the good ventilation in the vineyards prevented any negative impact on the grapes. From the last days of August and throughout September, significant rainfall alternating with dry and sunny days helped rebalance the ripening process, preserving the grapes from the risk of over-ripeness. The Vermentino harvest began on September 2.
TASTING NOTES
Pale straw-yellow in color with greenish highlights, the nose reveals citrus aromas alongside notes of thyme, sage, and passion fruit. On the palate, the wine shows a full structure and pronounced salinity, well balanced by lively freshness. The finish is long and harmonious.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 12.5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (13-15°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel tanks with ageing on the lees for approximately 3 months.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2024
THE 2024 VINTAGE
A mild winter and an exceptionally warm April led to an early budbreak. The cooler-than-average temperatures and persistent rainfall in May and June were followed by a scorching July and August, during which the extreme heat inhibited photosynthesis and delayed ripening. In early September, temperatures dropped suddenly below seasonal averages and were accompanied by frequent rainfalls, which did not compromise grape quality. The Vermentino harvest began on September 10th.
TASTING NOTES
Pale straw yellow in colour with greenish reflections, the nose is marked by hints of citrus and notes of sage, yellow peach and floral hints. Lively and vibrant, it is savoury and fruity on the palate. Long and harmonious finish
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 12.0%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (13-15°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel tanks with ageing on the lees for approximately 3 months.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2023
THE 2023 VINTAGE
Winter was mild, with temperatures slightly higher than the seasonal averages. The first days of April were characterized by episodes of return of the cold that only marginally affected Vermentino. The rainfall of the first four months of the year was just under the statistical data of recent years. In May and June, the rainfall was extremely abundant, reaching two hundred millimeters of cumulative rain and twenty-eight days of rainfall out of sixty. After the first summer months, providentially the climate trend has had a radical change with high temperatures. The month of September had as protagonists above average temperatures and abundant Northern winds with almost total absence of rain. The harvest of Vermentino, which is our latest white variety, began on September 11. The high ventilation of our vineyards in the hottest hours of the afternoon allowed us to defend aromas and acidity.
TASTING NOTES
Pale straw yellow in colour with greenish reflections, the nose is marked by hints of citrus and notes of sage, yellow peach and floral hints. Lively and vibrant, it is savoury and fruity on the palate. Long and harmonious finish
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 12.5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (13-15°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel tanks with ageing on the lees for approximately 3 months.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2022
THE 2022 VINTAGE
The growing season started at the usual time after a typical winter for our area, in which minimum temperatures dropped below zero for the first three months of the year. 2022 was characterized by a lack of rain: only 170 mm of precipitation was recorded, from winter to early spring season. In May, we recorded drought and higher temperatures than average. Then, we had scorching days in June, July and mid-August. This led to an early harvest of the white varieties. Vermentino, which is a late variety and well suited to similar climatic conditions, was harvested from September 5. Thanks to the high ventilation of our vineyards during the hottest hours of the afternoon, the aromas and, most of all, the acidity were perfectly preserved.
TASTING NOTES
Pale straw yellow in colour with greenish reflections, the nose is marked by hints of citrus and notes of sage, yellow peach and floral hints. Lively and vibrant, it is savoury and fruity on the palate. Long and harmonious finish
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (13-15°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel tanks with ageing on the lees for approximately 3 months.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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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
Pale straw yellow in colour with greenish reflections, the nose is marked by hints of citrus and notes of sage, yellow peach and floral hints. Lively and vibrant, it is savoury and fruity on the palate. Long and harmonious finish
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 12.5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (13-15°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel tanks with ageing on the lees for approximately 3 months.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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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
With a pale straw-yellow colour, the nose features prominent citrus hints and notes of sage. Lively and vibrant, on the palate it is savoury and fruity. Long and persistent finish.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (13-15°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel tanks with ageing on the lees for approximately 3 months.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2019
THE 2019 VINTAGE
The family pink note: Sangiovese and Merlot come together in a wonderful balance between versatility and impressive aromatic expression.
TASTING NOTES
With a pale straw-yellow colour, the nose features prominent citrus hints and notes of sage. Lively and vibrant, on the palate it is savoury and fruity. Long and persistent finish.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 12.5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (13-15°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel tanks with ageing on the lees for approximately 3 months.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2018
THE 2018 VINTAGE
The weather conditions of 2018 was characterized by a particularly harsh winter, which delayed the start of the vegetative season, and then a summer that was initially cool and subsequently became warmer with quite a few rainfalls, a circumstance that allowed for having an excellent quality of white grapes.
Fermentation: temperature-controlled (13-15°) in stainless steel tanks. Ageing: in stainless steel tanks with lees contact for approx. 3 months.
TASTING NOTES
With a pale straw-yellow colour, the nose clearly reveals citrus hints and notes of Mediterranean scrub. Lively and vibrant, on the palate it is savoury and fruity.
