Castello di Volpaia
Il Puro Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG
“Il Puro” (“The Pure”) is a single-vineyard expression from Casanova: 100% Sangiovese, 100% indigenous clones, 100% organic, and 100% Chianti Classico, crafted with zero CO₂ emissions. First produced from the 2006 vintage, it showcases how pure Sangiovese can offer the most authentic reflection of its territory.
Casanova Vineyard sits on the south-facing slope of Volpaia at 1,470 feet in Chianti Classico, between the Coltassala and Balifico vineyards. Farmed organically, it is planted to 25 indigenous Sangiovese clones propagated from 60+ year-old vines to preserve local genetic diversity.
- Region
- Tuscany
- Appellation
- Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione
- Varietal Composition
- Sangiovese
- Aging
- 18 months in large new French oak casks (Allier).
- Alcohol
- 13.93%
Intense ruby in color, with an exceptionally elegant nose of fresh cherry and violet—classic Sangiovese—layered with subtle notes of vanilla and cacao. The palate is soft and silky, with a compelling fruit driven midpalate and an exceptionally long finish.
Wine Advocate
95 Points
"The organic Castello di Volpaia 2022 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Radda Casanova Il Puro shows an obvious hint of ripeness from the vintage but ultimately offers a comprehensive expression of warm-vintage Sangiovese. It is generous and full across the palate without leaving any residual heaviness. This is a handsome expression of the grape, with plenty of power, although the alcohol feels more pronounced than the 14% recorded on the label. The wine matures in Allier barriques for 18 months, followed by at least one year in bottle. This limited release of just 2,000 bottles is accompanied by a hefty price tag."
— Monica Larner, 2026
James Suckling
94 Points
A spicy, perfumed wine full of blood oranges, black pepper, cherry pits and violets. Graceful on the attack with silky tannins and refreshing acidity. Medium-bodied with licorice depth. Drink or hold.
— Aldo Fiordelli, 2026
