Barone Ricasoli

Barone Ricasoli is Italy 's oldest winery and one of the most influential names in Chianti Classico . The estate is inextricably linked to the history of Tuscan wine and played a decisive role in defining Chianti as we know it today.

The origin of Barone Ricasoli

The history of Barone Ricasoli dates back to 1141, when the Ricasoli family settled on Castello di Brolio in the heart of Chianti Classico. Throughout the centuries, the estate remained in the hands of the same family, making it a unique anchor in the Italian wine world.

The most famous member of the family is Bettino Ricasoli, the man who established the classic Chianti formula in the 19th century. His vision for the role of Sangiovese remains the foundation of Chianti Classico to this day.

Castello di Brolio and Chianti Classico

Castello di Brolio is located in Gaiole in Chianti, one of the core areas of Chianti Classico. The high altitude, the varied soils, and the influence of the Apennine climate produce grapes with structure, freshness, and tension.

For decades, Barone Ricasoli has employed meticulous parcel selection, vinifying each plot individually. This approach allows him to accurately translate the diversity within Chianti Classico into his wines.

Grapes and style

Sangiovese is at the heart of Barone Ricasoli. The focus is on expressing its origins, structure, and length, with a style that is both classic and refined.

Characteristic of the wines are:

• clear structure and tension
• fresh acids that provide length
• integrated wood use
• focus on elegance over strength
• often silky tannins

This style reflects Barone Ricasoli's historic role as guardian of Chianti Classico, but with a modern precision in execution.

Barone Ricasoli within Tuscany

Barone Ricasoli occupies a unique position within Tuscany. The house symbolizes both continuity and innovation. While many wineries have had to reinvent their identity, Ricasoli has built on centuries of experience combined with contemporary knowledge of vineyard management and winemaking.

This makes Barone Ricasoli the benchmark for Chianti Classico in its purest, origin-driven form.

Barone Ricasoli at Perfectewijn.nl

At Perfecte Wijn, you'll find Barone Ricasoli as one of the foundations of Chianti Classico. These wines demonstrate why this winery has been a fixture in Tuscany for nearly a thousand years, with wines that combine history, precision, and elegance.