In the 1990s, when indigenous grape varieties and traditional chestnut barrels were utterly out of vogue, Ezio Bucciarelli chose to defy the trend. Entirely devoted to keeping his passion for Chianti Classico and wines that embody the character of the terroir alive, he felt disheartened each time he saw his colleagues drifting away from their roots. In response, he crafts an IGT from indigenous varieties aged in chestnut barrels, a tribute to tradition and the unique spirit of Tuscany.
Thus, Gandino was born, a name that merges “Gano” and “Dino,” the first two members of the Bucciarelli family who managed the estate in the heart of Tuscany. Produced solely in selected vintages, this wine promised something truly extraordinary from its inception.
The grapes for Bucciarelli Gandino originate from organically certified vineyards, nestled on the picturesque Tuscan slopes, where the temperate climate and fertile soils create the ideal conditions for the vines to fully express their potential. The harvest is conducted manually, selecting only the finest clusters of sangiovese and canaiolo. After meticulous selection, the grapes are gently pressed and fermented in stainless steel tanks, preserving their fresh fruity aromas.
Following fermentation, the wine matures in chestnut barrels for several months, developing complexity, structure, and elegance, while never losing the essence of the grape or the terroir. This traditional process, far removed from fleeting trends, mirrors the philosophy of the Bucciarelli family: to honour history, the land, and its roots.
Bucciarelli Gandino is, without a doubt, a genuine nod to the past and a tribute to the tradition that has endured through generations.