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Tuscany • Panzano in Chianti • Conca d’Oro • Biodynamics
CASTELLO DEI RAMPOLLA — PANZANO IN CHIANTI
Timeless elegance & Tuscan grandeur at the heart of the Conca d’Oro
Located in Panzano in Chianti, at the center of the legendary Conca d’Oro, Castello dei Rampolla embodies one of the purest and most moving expressions of Chianti Classico. Founded in 1965 by the Di Napoli-Rampolla family, the estate became a pioneer of biodynamics in Tuscany in the early 1990s under the vision of Alceo Di Napoli. Today, his children Luca and Maurizia Di Napoli continue this pursuit of purity and excellence with unwavering commitment.
Terroir: the magic of the Conca d’Oro
The estate lies in the heart of the Conca d’Oro, a natural amphitheater bathed in light, considered one of the greatest terroirs in Italy. Its soils combine galestro, limestone, sand and clay, offering the ideal structural depth for Sangiovese as well as the Bordeaux varieties that elevated the domaine to international acclaim.
The vines, planted between 350 and 420 meters in altitude, benefit from perfect exposure and cool nights, ensuring slow ripening, freshness and refined aromatics.
Philosophy & biodynamics
- Biodynamics introduced in 1994, now central to the estate’s identity.
- Soils farmed without synthetic products.
- Full preservation of biodiversity and natural treatments.
- Low yields (~35 hl/ha).
- Manual, parcel-by-parcel harvesting.
Winemaking: precision and gentle extraction
- Fermentation in concrete or stainless-steel tanks.
- Indigenous yeasts only.
- Gentle extractions adapted to each variety.
- Aging in neutral barrels, large casks or concrete vats depending on the cuvée.
- Minimal use of sulfur.
Wine style
- Remarkable aromatic purity.
- Vibrant mineral tension.
- Textural richness with refined elegance.
- Polished, precisely sculpted tannins.
- Significant aging potential — evolving toward truffle, incense, noble tobacco and deep black fruit.
Signature cuvées (selection)
| Cuvée | Appellation | Style & Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Vigna d’Alceo | Toscana IGT | The estate’s iconic cuvée. Cabernet Sauvignon & Petit Verdot. Majestic density, dark energy, precise aromatics, exceptional longevity. |
| Sammarco | Toscana IGT | Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Merlot. Racy structure, remarkable balance, pure black fruit, deep elegance. |
| Chianti Classico | Chianti Classico | A noble expression of Sangiovese. Mineral tension, freshness, floral finesse, finely chiseled tannins. A luminous, classic style. |
Castello dei Rampolla stands today as one of the most inspiring estates in Tuscany, combining history, pioneering biodynamics and an uncompromising quest for purity. Its wines — deep, vibrant and luminous — merge Tuscan tradition with modern refinement. A key destination for those seeking the singular energy and sophistication of the Conca d’Oro.
