Fattoria di Basciano, ‘Il Bastardo’ Sangiovese 2018

“Intense ruby red colour. Very aromatic nose, with berry and cherry aromas and flavours. On the palate, it is medium to full bodied, with fine tannins and a fruity finish.” – Producer

Fattoria di Basciano is the estate owned by the Masi family since the beginning of 1900. It is located right in the heart of the Chianti Rufina area, on thee top of a hill overlooking the Argomenna valley on one side, and the right bank of the Sieve river on the other. The vineyards are at an elevation of 300 meters on sea level, lying on a very stony soil, locally known as “Galestro”. The micro-climate is ideal for the ripening of the grapes. It is dry and breeze, marked by scarcity of rain and a remarkable range of night and day temperature in summertime. The extension of the property is of 75 Ha, divided in 35 Ha of vineyard, 20 Ha of olive yard and 20 Ha of wood.