2024 Salcheto - Chianti Biskero Organic (750ml)

Salcheto was founded in 1984 near Montepulciano in the province of Siena, originally as a diversified farm before becoming one of Tuscany's most committed organic producers. The estate now farms more than one hundred and fifty acres and has built its reputation on genuine environmental stewardship, running an energy-independent cellar, producing its own compost-based fertilizers, and reclaiming nearly all of its wastewater and waste on site.

Biskero is built mainly from Sangiovese, rounded out with small amounts of Canaiolo, Mammolo, and Merlot, all grown organically and hand-harvested from the estate's vineyards. Fermentation relies on native yeasts with no added sulfites, and about a third of the wine is matured for four months in American oak tonneaux before a further three months of bottle aging ahead of release.

The 2024 opens with aromas of crushed black cherry, autumnal spice, and a lift of mint, backed by brisk acidity and crisp red berry fruit. Fine, dusty tannins carry the wine through a juicy, sweet-and-sour finish touched with citrus peel and clove. It suits grilled pork chops or a simple tomato and basil pasta.