Fattoria di Rignana
Panzano in Chianti
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Fattoria di Rignana Chianti Classico DOCG
A very typical Chianti Classico made from Sangiovese and Canaiolo: it's fruity and spicy, with hints of violets. On the palate, you'll find dark berry and fruit flavors, full-bodied and balanced with nice acidity and tannins. It's guaranteed to be a real joy to drink!
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Fattoria di Rignana Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
You'll find this Chianti Classico Riserva fits almost any occasion or dish. It's fruity, beautifully structured, super enjoyable to drink, and has great aging potential.
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![Fattoria di Rignana Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG]()
Fattoria di Rignana Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG
It's got fruit and spice, elegance and structure, acidity and tannins – all beautifully balanced with a deep mineral character and a long finish. Made from 100% Sangiovese from a single vineyard. Absolutely fantastic!
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![Fattoria di Rignana Il Riccio Toscana Rosso IGT]()
Fattoria di Rignana Il Riccio Toscana Rosso IGT
When it first started, Il Riccio was pure Merlot. Then it was a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, and now it's pure Cabernet Franc. It's wonderfully elegant, fruity, and has a lovely structure.
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![Fattoria di Rignana Sangiovese Bianco Toscana IGT]()
Fattoria di Rignana Sangiovese Bianco Toscana IGT
This white wine, made from Sangiovese grapes, gives you a super refreshing taste with hints of pears, citrus, flowers, and herbs. Make sure to enjoy it well chilled!
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![Fattoria di Rignana Rosato Toscana IGT]()
Fattoria di Rignana Rosato Toscana IGT
With its lovely notes of raspberries, strawberries, and watermelon, plus its lively acidity, this Sangiovese Rosé is perfect for summer meals and get-togethers. Drink it well chilled!
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![Fattoria di Rignana Olio Extra Vergine di Oliva]()
Fattoria di Rignana Olio Extra Vergine di Oliva
This olive oil has a really intense flavor. It's got a fresh fruitiness, with hints of green olives, fresh grass, and even artichokes. The taste is well-balanced, finishing with a spicy, slightly peppery note that gives it a pleasant kick.
Fattoria e Villa di Rignana
Rignana is a super charming winery located on the northwestern edge of Panzano in Chianti, right on the border with Barberino Tavarnelle. This idyllic estate is famous not just for its stunning location, but also for its amazing wines. Cosimo Gericke, who owns it now, took over from his dad in the late 90s. His father actually bought the winery back in the late 60s and set the stage for the fantastic wines Rignana is known for today. Cosimo keeps this tradition going with tons of passion and dedication.
Pure Tuscany
Surrounded by 120 hectares of vineyards, gardens, and olive groves, you'll find the winery and its charming agriturismo right in the heart of Tuscany. It's no surprise that Tuscany is a dream spot for people all over the world! It's the perfect place to simply enjoy, relax, and celebrate. Plus, Rignana is super convenient for exploring Tuscany and all its amazing sights. Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Greve – they're all just a hop, skip, and a jump away!
Sangiovese & Friends
Cosimo Gericke, who owns Fattoria di Rignana, makes his organically certified wines exclusively from grapes grown right on his own estate. Mostly, he uses Sangiovese, which is probably Tuscany's most famous grape! But other grape varieties also go into Rignana's delicious wines, like the local Canaiolo grape and the international Cabernet Franc.
The Chianti Classico Family
The Chianti Classico and the Chianti Classico Riserva are the two main stars in Rignana's wine lineup. Since 2013, they've also been making a fantastic Chianti Classico Gran Selezione. It's all super typical for the Chianti Classico wine region and Tuscany. You'll find the Rosato, and even the white wine made from Sangiovese grapes (a Blanc de Noir!), are wonderfully fresh and fruity. Then there's “Il Riccio,” a “Super Tuscan” now made from Cabernet Franc, which is a perfect buddy for winding down a great evening. Oh, and Rignana also makes an amazing Extra Virgin Olive Oil – a must-have for any Tuscan meal!
Terroir & Quality
For Cosimo Gericke, quality is super important in every single way. That means making sure his grapes are top-notch, growing in the best spots, and choosing the perfect vine types and planting them just right. The vines grow on 16 hectares of stony, chalky, and clay-rich soil, known as Galestro, at an altitude of 300 to 400 meters above sea level.
An Organic Winery in Panzano
Rignana's special terroir gives them all the perfect ingredients for making amazing wine. Plus, Cosimo Gericke has been super dedicated over the last few years, investing a lot in expanding the vineyards and the wine cellar, and even getting organic certification! This all means the grapes are handled super gently and carefully, leading to those fantastic, high-quality Chianti Classico DOCG wines.
"Riccio" means hedgehog
The Fattoria e Villa di Rignana has quite a story! This estate was first mentioned way back in the 11th century. We even have records from 1700 showing they were already growing grapevines, including Sangiovese and Canaiolo. From the 17th century onwards, the estate became super important thanks to its owners, the Florentine noble family Dè Ricci. Bishop Scipione Dè Ricci (1741 – 1810) was a particularly influential reformer in Italy's Catholic Church. But, he ended up having to step down and fled to Rignana. Fun fact: the hedgehog was already on the Dè Ricci family's coat of arms back then – because "Riccio" means hedgehog!
Weddings & Honeymoons
Rignana is just perfect for weddings, and here's why: it's got a dream location, a super romantic chapel, and of course, the villa itself with its beautifully restored rooms and a pool that offers incredible views. But honestly, beyond all those great features, it's the unique vibe, the special atmosphere, and that touch of history in the old walls that make your most special day not just beautiful, but absolutely perfect. And if you're not planning a wedding just yet, you can still enjoy an unforgettable vacation in the villa's carefully renovated rooms. It's simply homely, genuine, and authentic – that's Rignana for you.
For today's podcast episode, I'm visiting the Fattoria e Villa di Rignana winery in Panzano in Chianti, and Cosimo Gericke, the owner, is right here with me.