Banfi Chianti Superiore
Chianti Superiore DOCG
The tradition of this appellation interpreted in the Banfi style.
in temperature-controlled (25-30°C) stainless-steel tanks
in stainless steel tanks with a brief passage in wood
Years / Technical sheets / Awards
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2024
THE 2024 VINTAGE
The mild winter and an extraordinarily warm April caused budding to happen earlier than in previous years. The rainy months of May and June, which had below-average temperatures, were followed by a July and August with high temperatures capable of slowing down photosynthesis and delaying ripening. In the first few days of September, temperatures suddenly dropped below average and were accompanied by frequent rain. This unusual seasonal trend resulted in fresher, less alcoholic and less concentrated wines, but with surprisingly graceful tannins.
TASTING NOTES
Balanced ruby-red wine, characterised by fresh and fruity notes. On the palate, it stands out for its soft structure well-balanced by a good acidity. Rich and persistent finish.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (20-30°C) stainless-steel tanks, with selected yeasts.
Aging in stainless steel tanks with a brief passage in wood.
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2023
THE 2023 VINTAGE
The winter was mild, with temperatures slightly above seasonal averages. The first few days of April were characterised by episodes of returning cold weather with some damage to budburst which only marginally affected the Sangiovese. The first four months of the year were slightly less rainy than the period averages. In the months of May and June, rainfall was extremely heavy, reaching two hundred millimetres of cumulative rain and twenty-eight rainy days out of sixty. Once the first summer months were over, providentially, the weather pattern underwent a radical change with excellent sunshine and high temperatures. The month of September was characterised by above-average temperatures and abundant northerly winds with an almost total absence of rain.
TASTING NOTES
Balanced wine with a youthful ruby-red colour. Characterised by fresh and fruity notes. On the palate, it stands out for its soft structure well balanced by a good acidity. Rich and persistent finish.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13,5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (20-30°C) stainless-steel tanks, with selected yeasts.
Aging in stainless steel tanks with a brief passage in wood.
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2022
THE 2022 VINTAGE
After a rather harsh winter with little rainfall, the growing season began at the usual time. The lack of rain also continued through the spring and summer months, with above-average temperatures starting in May and sweltering days during the summer. The hot year until August, along with the rainfall and temperature ranges just before the harvest, resulted in well-preserved fruit and a fine tannic balance.
TASTING NOTES
Balanced wine with a young ruby red colour. Characterised by fresh, floral hints of violets and cyclamen. In the mouth it is distinguished by a soft structure well balanced by good acidity. The finish is rich and persistent.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-30°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel vats with a subsequent brief period in wood
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
AWARDS
WINE ENTHUSIAST 90 - BEST BUY
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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
Balanced wine with a young ruby red colour. Characterised by fresh, floral hints of violets and cyclamen. In the mouth it is distinguished by a soft structure well balanced by good acidity. The finish is rich and persistent.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13,5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-30°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel vats with a subsequent brief period in wood
Serving temperature 16-18°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
Balanced wine with a young ruby red colour. Characterised by fresh, floral hints of violets and cyclamen. In the mouth it is distinguished by a soft structure well balanced by good acidity. The finish is rich and persistent.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13,5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-30°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel vats with a subsequent brief period in wood
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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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
Balanced wine, characterized by fresh and fruity notes. In the mouth it is distinguished by its softness which is however well balanced by a good acidity. Rich and persistent finish on the palate.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (25-30°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel vats with a subsequent brief period in wood
Serving temperature 16-18°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2018
THE 2018 VINTAGE
The seasonal course of the 2018 vintage was characterized by a particularly harsh winter, which delayed the beginning of the vegetative season, and by a warm and more rainy summer.
TASTING NOTES
Balanced wine, characterized by fresh and fruity notes. In the mouth it is distinguished by its softness which is however well balanced by a good acidity. Rich and persistent finish on the palate.
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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
Powerful and balanced wine, characterized by exceptional fruity notes with hints of jam. In the mouth it is distinguished by its softness which is however well balanced by a good acidity. Rich and persistent in the finish.
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2016
AWARDS
MUNDUS WINES Silver
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2015
AWARDS
CRITICS CHALLENGE AWARDS Gold - 94
DAN BERGER INT. WINE COMPETITION AWARDS Gold
MUNDUS WINES Silver
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2014
AWARDS
SAN DIEGO WINE CHALLENGE Gold - 90
LOS ANGELES WINE COMPETITION Silver
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2012
AWARDS
MUNDUS WINES Gold
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2009
AWARDS
THE TASTERS GUILD INTERNATIONAL WINE JUDGING Gold
