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WINES OF CENTRAL ITALY
Castello di Bossi
With a history dating back to the 9th century AD, the Castello di Bossi estate has evolved with the times.
A dynamic team leads the estate and never shies from technological innovation, while remaining true to
the terroir of Chianti. It is this balance that has been a key part of Marco Bacci’s vision as he has brought
Castello di Bossi to the highest ranks of international wine. As the mastermind of Castello di Bossi, he
oversees all operations, from beginning to end, with careful attention to detail. In the last 10 years, Marco
has added two properties to his holdings: Renieri in Montalcino and Terre di Talamo in the Morellino di
Scansano appellation.
Rosato Toscana IGT
Introduced in 2015, this refined and elegant Tuscan Rosé adds a breath of freshness to Castello di
Bossi’s lineup of powerful and prestigious red wines. Castello di Bossi Rosato is sourced from the
Corbaia vineyard, which was planted more than 40 years ago to a ratio of about 70% Sangiovese and
30% Cabernet Sauvignon. Every year, during the process of making red Corbaia wine, 5 – 7% of the
juice is “bled” from the Corbaia tanks rendering the remaining juice more concentrated. Beginning
with the 2014 vintage, this juice is now collected and put through a cool-temperature fermentation in
stainless steel tanks before being released as a dry, structured Rosato.
Chianti Classico DOCG
For owner Marco Bacci, success is in the details, from vineyard to bottle. The entire Castello di Bossi
portfolio of wines carefully balances the tradition and rich history of the region with innovative
winemaking techniqes; this Chianti Classico is no exception. Made from 100% Sangiovese, grown in soils
with high chalk content, this wine shows just how good this varietal can taste.
Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG Berardo
The Castello di Bossi estate is located in the commune of Castelnuovo Berardenga in the southernmost
tip of the Chianti Classico zone. Berardo is a shortened way of saying, “It comes from Berardenga.”
Areas further south in Chianti Classico tend to produce rounder, fuller versions of Chianti and this wine
is a perfect example of this rich elegance.
Merlot Toscana IGT Girolamo
Named for the oldest vineyard of Merlot, planted in Bossi more than 40 years ago, the muscular
Girolamo is made entirely from Merlot grapes. After the harvest, the grapes are crushed and fermented
in stainless steel for extra smoothness and complexity. Girolamo is then aged in Allier barriques for
approximately two years to achieve an elegant combination of fruitiness, softened tannins, and body.