Querciabella Camartina 2016

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.

30% new French oak from Tronçais, Nevers and Allier. The wine is regularly racked and tasted during the whole barrel maturation. After bottling the wine rests for about six months before release. The wine is released no sooner than 30 months after harvest.

"The standout wine of this tasting, Camartina 2016 is the result not only of a balanced vintage of great quality, but the process of winemaking refinement which saw large casks being introduced alongside barriques for ageing. This has it all, and is still remarkably youthful. Intense cassis, cola and amaro aromas with a waft of menthol introduce a tightly coiled and sapid core framed by grippy, chalky textured tannins. The fruit is wonderfully precise and with good concentration. Dark cherry and blackberry align with balsamic herbs and bright acidity. Superb! 10,000 bottles." - 97 points, Decanter

"Ripe, sweet black currant, black cherry, iron, leather and tobacco flavors mingle in this tightly-wound red. Balanced, dense and remains focused and persistent on the lingering finish. Decant now, or age another year or two. Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese. Best from 2023 through 2045." - 95 Points, Wine Spectator

"Very pretty and precise with tight tannins and polish. It’s linear and compact with blackberry, blackcurrant and cherry character. Racy and polished." - 94 Points, James Suckling

Producer: Querciabella

Country: Italy

Region: Tuscany

Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese

Appellation: Toscana IGT

Vintage: 2016

Size: 750ml