Caparzo – one of the historic wineries in Montalcino, founded in 1970. The winery owns about 90 hectares of vineyards in various parts of the region, including on the Montosoli hill. The wine "La Casa" comes from one of the first vineyards bottled separately in Montalcino.
Varietal composition
100% Sangiovese
Terroir
Region: Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy
Location: Montosoli Hill, 275 m above sea level
Soil: Galestro – rocky-clayey soils with good drainage
Climate: Microclimate, protected from fog and frost, providing optimal conditions for growing vines
Vinification
Fermentation: At a controlled temperature of 28–30°C for 7 days
Maceration: Continued for 10–15 days, to extract color and tannins
Malolactic fermentation: Spontaneous, at a temperature of 20–24°C
Aging:
Minimum 2 years in 30 hectoliter oak barrels
Additional 4 months in bottle
Technical data
Alcohol content: 14.5% vol.
Sulfites: Contains sulfites
Tannico Rating: 91 points
Expected consumption period: 2024–2034
Organoleptic characteristics
Colour: Intense ruby red with garnet hues
Aroma: Broad and complex, with notes of black berries, spices, vanilla and a slight woody aroma
Taste: Dry, warm, well-balanced, with soft, ripe tannins and a long, elegant aftertaste
Final: Long, with a pleasantly spicy and fruity aftertaste
Food pairings
Ideal with:
- Roasted and grilled red meat
- Game
- Braised dishes
- Mature cheeses
Serving temperature
Recommended temperature: 16–18°C
Aging potential
Consumption is recommended after 2025, as the wine has excellent aging potential and can be stored until 2040 and beyond.
