{"product_id":"2021-castagna-la-chiave-sangiovese","title":"2021 Castagna La Chiave Sangiovese","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you’re looking for the benchmark for Australian Sangiovese, this is arguably it. Julian Castagna has always treated this variety with a level of seriousness usually reserved for top-tier Nebbiolo or Shiraz, and the La Chiave (The Key) is the proof. Grown on the lean, granitic soils of their biodynamic estate in Beechworth, this is a wine that prioritises grit, earth, and structure over simple fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 release is an absolute powerhouse. It’s an archetypal Sangiovese - savoury, firm, and wonderfully raspy - with that classic Sangio moreish quality that makes you reach for another glass. While many local examples of the variety can feel a bit thin or purely fruity, this has serious x-factor, showing deep layers of dried herbs, leather, and dark cherry held together by a dense, granitic skeleton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a wine with a massive trajectory, and while the Genesis Syrah might be the winery's most famous label, the La Chiave is arguably the one pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in Australia the furthest. It is a serious red that demands a bit of air and a decent meal. If you aren't yet convinced that Sangiovese can reach \"icon\" status in this country, this bottle will change your mind.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Castagna","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43951111241771,"sku":"2021 Castagna La Chiave Sangiovese","price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2021CastagnaLaChiaveSangiovese.png?v=1778640530","url":"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/2021-castagna-la-chiave-sangiovese","provider":"Different Drop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}