Le Rime
Toscana IGT
Captivating and easy to drink, Le Rime perfectly accompanies an aperitif with friends.
In temperature-controlled (13-15°C) stainless-steel tanks.
in stainless steel tanks on the lees for around 2 months
Years / Technical sheets / Awards
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2024
THE 2024 VINTAGE
The mild winter and an extraordinarily warm April slightly advanced budding. The rainy months of May and June, with temperatures below average, were followed by July and August with such high temperatures that they inhibited photosynthesis and delayed ripening. In the early days of September, temperatures suddenly dropped below average and were accompanied by frequent rainfall, which did not affect the quality of the grapes still to be harvested. The Pinot Grigio harvest began on August 21, while the Chardonnay harvest started on August 26.
TASTING NOTES
Once the early summer months were over, providentially the weather pattern had a radical change with excellent sunshine and high temperatures. The Pinot Grigio harvest began on the twenty-third of August and the Chardonnay harvest on the thirty-first of August.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 12.5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (13-15°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel tanks with lees ageing for approx. 2 months.
Serving temperature 10-12°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 characterized by episodes of cold return with some budding damage. Rainfall for the first four months of the year was slightly below the statistical data of recent years. In May and June rainfall was extremely heavy, reaching two hundred millimeters of cumulative rainfall and twenty-eight out of sixty rainy days.
TASTING NOTES
Once the early summer months were over, providentially the weather pattern had a radical change with excellent sunshine and high temperatures. The Pinot Grigio harvest began on the twenty-third of August and the Chardonnay harvest on the thirty-first of August.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 12.5%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (13-15°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel tanks with lees ageing for approx. 2 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. 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 color. The aromas of tropical fruits perfectly combine with fresh and floral hints. Sapid with a vibrant acidity, it has a 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 lees ageing for approx. 2 months.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2021
THE 2021 VINTAGE
The mild winter temperatures and low rainfall allowed the vines to begin the growing cycle within the standard timeframe. During the night of April 8, some vineyards were hit by a late frost, which delayed the phenological phases of the vines. However, thanks to mild temperatures and sunny days in the spring, the vines were able to regain their growth and production balance, reaching excellent ripening during the following months. The harvest began slightly later than usual, but the continuous ventilation and good temperature fluctuations in August and September allowed the grapes to develop excellent acidity with very interesting aromatic profiles.
TASTING NOTES
Pale straw yellow color. The aromas of tropical fruits perfectly combine with fresh and floral hints. Sapid with a vibrant acidity, it has a 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 lees ageing for approx. 2 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
Pale straw yellow color. The aromas of tropical fruits perfectly combine with fresh and floral hints. Sapid with a vibrant acidity, it has a long and persistent finish.
TECHNICAL DATA
alcohol 13%
Fermentation in temperature-controlled (13-15°C) stainless-steel tanks.
Aging in stainless steel tanks with lees ageing for approx. 2 months.
Serving temperature 10-12°C: 0,75 l castellobanfi.com
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2019
THE 2019 VINTAGE
The seasonal progression of the 2019 vintage was characterised by a particularly cold spring, which delayed the ripening process. Then, thanks to an early summer with plenty of rainfall and a sunny and breezy August and September, the harvest yielded very good quality results.
Fermentation: at controlled temperature (13-15°) in steel tanks. Ageing: in steel tanks with contact on the lees for approx. 2 months.
TASTING NOTES
Pale straw-yellow colour. Aromas of green apple and white peach blend with fresh, floral notes. Savoury and with vibrant acidity, it has a long and persistent finish on the palate.
Great throughout a meal, it pairs perfectly with light and fresh dishes, such as tomato and feta salad or beef carpaccio with rocket and parmesan,
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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: at controlled temperature (13-15°) in steel tanks. Ageing: in steel tanks with contact on the lees for approx. 2 months.
TASTING NOTES
Pale straw-yellow colour. Aromas of pear, green apple and white flowers pair perfectly with hints of tropical fruit. Savoury and with a vibrant acidity, it has a long and persistent finish on the palate.
Great throughout a meal, it pairs perfectly with light and fresh dishes, such as tomato and feta salad or beef carpaccio with rocket and parmesan,
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2011
AWARDS
WINE ENTHUSIAST 85
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2010
AWARDS
WINE SPECTATOR 88 - Best Value & Daily Wine Pick
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2002
AWARDS
DUEMILAVINI 2 Bunches
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1998
AWARDS
WINE SPECTATOR 85
