Lot 271
271
‡ Offered in bond, available duty paid : You can … Read more BARONE RICASOLI Since 1141, Ricasoli have shaped the history of wine and of Chianti Classico. Even today, they are among the most important producers, with 235 hectares of vineyards on their property, which slopes slow down towards Siena in an amphitheatre of hills from the walls of the Brolio castle. The winery is located in the town limits of Gaiole in Chianti, and with its historic Castle represents one of the symbolic places of the Chianti Classico territory. Francesco Ricasoli, present owner of the company, has been running the family estate since 1993, with the aim of constantly improving the quality and character of the great wines of Brolio, experimenting and highlighting the unique features of the territory and its history.“We are among the few in the Chianti Classico area that are able to produce wines inherently different within a single territory. Having such diversity allow us to express the characteristics of a particular grape variety in very different ways while obtaining the very best quality. It is a time-honoured concept – in Latin they called it ‘genius loci’ (the spirit of a place), today we use the word ‘terroir’" says Francesco Ricasoli.The estate is comprised of 1200 hectares north of the city of Siena, with altitudes ranging from 180 to 490 meters above sea level and most exposures are south/ south-west. The main varietal is Sangiovese that grows perfectly in the lands of Brolio.A visit to Barone Ricasoli is a unique and unforgettable experience where we welcome our guests in the heart of Chianti Classico. The estate is surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, forests of oak and chestnut trees and beautiful hills. A museum in an ancient tower displaying medieval weapons and historical documents, a Wine shop constantly full of visitors, elegant tasting rooms perfect for tasting as well as work meetings and our restaurant, Osteria del Castello, just a few steps from the cellars… These are just some of the highlights that we offer, confirming this as an idyllic tourist destination for wine as well as hospitality.
Barone Ricasoli,Brolio, Vin Santo 1949Levels: one top, one upper-shoulder (2)Brolio, Vin Santo 1960Levels upper-shoulder (2)Brolio, Vin Santo 1982Levels base of neck (2)

6 bottles & visit per lot
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Historic Vintages 1949, 1960 & 1982 of Brolio Vin Santo from Barone Ricasoli
Lot 271 includes a visit to the Ricasoli Estate for two people featuring an exclusive wine tasting of the top Ricasoli wines inside Brolio Castle, the private residence of the Ricasoli family and lunch at Osteria del Castello. Prior reservation is required and transport/accommodation are not included.

Barone Ricasoli,
Brolio, Vin Santo 1949
Levels: one top, one upper-shoulder (2)
Brolio, Vin Santo 1960
Levels upper-shoulder (2)
Brolio, Vin Santo 1982
Levels base of neck (2)

In six-bottle original wooden case. All with bin-soiled labels.
6 bottles & visit per lot
Special notice
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