Tuscany - Italy
Castello di Albola
Steeped in history, Castello di Albola can trace its ownership back to the 12th century and has passed through the hands of some of Tuscany’s most important and influential noble families.
The estate’s goal is to maintain this style and level of quality, so that their wines reflect the authenticity of their historic cellars, where one can find fine wines that have been ageing for decades and yet still have a taste of almost unreal freshness. Castello di Albola captures the essence of the Sangiovese variety with its often subtle and austere tones, capable of delighting all those who care to unlock its fascinating secrets.
Data on Castello di Albola Estate
900
Total hectares
125
Hectares of Vines
Winemaker
Alessandro Gallo
After having studied at the Oenological School Umberto I in Alba, Alessandro Gallo graduated in chemistry in Turin. He worked as a lab analyst before becoming a technical director and joining Castello di Albola in 2004. Recently, in 2015, he also became the Technical Director of Rocca di Montemassi, Maremma Toscana, where he continues to apply his long and prestigious experience.
Located on the highest hills of Radda in Chianti, a medieval town in the heart of the Chianti Classico DOCG appellation. There is a total of 900 hectares, 125 of which are dedicated to vines.
At an elevation of 350m – 650m above sea level the region's soil is clay and limestone, with good drainage. The climate is continental, with 4°C – 5°C in the winter and 30°C in the summer.
Sustainability
We use green manure (an agronomic practice consisting of in planting special crops to maintain or increase soil fertility) to preserve the biodiversity of the soil’s microfauna.
Biodiversity: we preserve biodiversity through vegetable gardens. We also see to the conservation of 600 hectares of woods and 13 hectares of olive groves.
