2021 Chiara Condello, Romagna , Sangiovese Predappio Riserva, Lo Stralisco - Magnum

Chiara Condello meticulously cultivates Sangiovese organically in Predappio, committing to biodiversity and a minimalist winemaking approach that emphasizes native yeasts, whole cluster fermentation, and extended macerations. Her Lo Stralisco Riserva, a selection from the east-facing Lucciole vineyard at 750 feet above sea level, directly reflects Predappio's distinctive "Spungone" soils—ancient, fossil-rich calcareous sandstone imparting remarkable minerality and structural elegance. The 2021 vintage in Romagna proved classic, characterized by a mild spring and a dry yet balanced summer, with crucial late-season diurnal shifts fostering full physiological ripeness. This yielded a Sangiovese with intense color, optimal acidity, and finely integrated tannins, culminating in a wine of pure expression and layered texture, refined for two years in cement tanks.