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The Castellore DOCG Chianti 2023 is a $5.99 Aldi wine from Italy’s Chianti region of Tuscany. This is DOCG designated wine which is Italy’s top category.
A DOCG wine has the strictest standards in the vineyards and wine production. The G stands for Guaranteed origin. meaning that this is a verified Chianti that has met the rules and regulations.
There are two Chianti DOCG areas, Chianti Classico (they have a black rooster on the neckband of the bottle) which is the oldest growing region, the other is simply DOCG Chianti, both offer good wine.
A Chianti must be a minimum of 80% Sangiovese and can have a portion of other Red wine grapes.
A Sangiovese with less than 80% in the bottle blended with a French Red grape is a Super Tuscan.
The Castellore DOCG Chianti 2023 as an Aldi wine can be sold in stores a both Europe and the United States, which can keep the price down by selling in volume. The alcohol content is a mild 12.5%.
The folks that drink wine with lunch and dinner in Italy typically spend $5 to $7 on a bottle.
The Castellore DOCG Chianti 2023 Tasting Notes
The color is a garnet red with a clear halo. The nose is ripe red berries, spice, black cherry, a hint of dark chocolate ( I do not know if this wine is oak-aged), and plum. The Castellore DOCG Chianti 2023 is soft and smooth on the palate.
This Chianti tastes like blackberry, pepper, soft plum, exotic spice, a slight brush from the dusty tannins, and tart cranberry. The acidity is well-balanced.
The Summary
- The Castellore DOCG Chianti 2023 is a $5.99 Aldi food wine.
- It can be a sipping wine, but would be best used with food where it would hit its balance.
- Past with red sauce, burgers, tacos, and pizza this Chianti would do well with most comfort foods.
