Castello di Volpaia
Balifico Toscana IGT
Pioneer in the Super-Tuscan movement, Balifico’s first
vintage in 1983 as vino da tavola, eventually becoming a
Toscana IGT in the early ‘90s. The Balifico vineyard shares its name and location with a villa.
At 2,000 feet, this is one of the highest-elevation wineries in the Chianti region. Produced within the 11th century historic walled village Volpaia, commune of Radda in Chianti.
- Region
- Tuscany
- Appellation
- Toscana IGT
- Varietal Composition
- Sangiovese, Cabernet
- Aging
- 24 months in new French oak barrels and a minimum of 6 months in the bottle.
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
The Balifico has a vivid ruby color with a dark purple tinge. The nose is elegant, displaying aromas of blackberry and blueberry with hints of oak and cinnamon. This is a smooth wine with good structure and a long finish tasting of red fruit.
Wine Spectator
96 Points
2021
"A vibrant red, packed with juicy cherry, raspberry, floral and mineral flavors, this is expressive and approachable now. The dense, dusty tannins flex on the finish, while this is harmonious and long overall. More elegant than powerful and very classy."
— Bruce Sanderson, 2024
