Querciabella Batàr 2019

Founded in 1974 by entrepreneur Giuseppe Castiglioni in Ruffoli, on the picturesque hillside of Greve in Chianti, Querciabella remains proudly family-owned.

Today, under the leadership of Giuseppe’s eldest daughter, Mita Castiglioni, the estate continues its pursuit of oenological greatness, with a commitment to sustainability and a vision of leaving a lasting legacy for future generations. Through thoughtful acquisitions over the years, Querciabella has expanded to over 220 acres of organic vineyards across the Chianti Classico region, in the villages of Greve, Lamole, and Radda, as well as a coastal estate in the south of Maremma. The estate’s approach to winemaking focuses on honoring the distinct qualities of each vineyard, bringing them together in balanced and harmonious blends.

Querciabella’s portfolio reflects this dedication, from the elegant Batàr, Camartina, Palafreno, and Turpino—renowned for their complexity and finesse—to the refreshing and aromatic Mongrana range. However, it is with the Querciabella Chianti Classico DOCG wines that the winery truly excels, showcasing the essence of the Sangiovese grape and delivering a pure expression of the region’s terroir.

The legendary ability of Batàr to defy age and improve over time requires a careful combination of hand-selected grapes of Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco, a punctual micro-vinification regime and patient maturation in premium French barriques. After about nine months, the final blend comes together through extensive sampling and is left to age in concrete over winter. Further ageing in bottle, before its release, puts the seal on the layered texture that defines Batàr’s proverbial mouthfeel. The result is a wine of extraordinary balance between plush fruit, minerality, and supreme focus.

"Sliced apples, peaches, peach blossom, cedar and smoked almonds on the nose. It’s medium-to full-bodied with a creamy texture. Layered and delicious with subtle spice notes and ripe stone fruit, balanced by bright acidity. Long. Pinot blanc and chardonnay. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink now or hold." - 95 Points, James Suckling

"Subtle aromas and flavors of vanilla, butterscotch and baking spices frame the core of peach and baked apple in this creamy white. Verges on tropical fruit, remaining intense and long, offering fine balance and a spicy, salty aftertaste. Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc. Drink now through 2026." - 91 Points, Wine Spectator

Producer: Querciabella

Country: Italy

Region: Tuscany

Varietal: Chardonnay

Appellation: Toscana IGT

Vintage: 2019

Size: 750ml