Sangiovese IGT Toscana BIO - Aione

L'Aione is the Sangiovese from Podere Casina, a family-run organic farm established in 1987 by Rahel Kimmich and Marcello Pirisi on the hills of Maremma, between Grosseto and Scansano. Twelve hectares of vineyards cultivated by hand, without chemical herbicides, on sandy soils rich in galestro which give the Sangiovese a freshness and minerality not found in the more famous areas of Tuscany.

The winemaking is precise and unconventional: manual harvest in the first week of September, cooling of the grapes to 6°C, spontaneous fermentation in steel for 12 days, aging in third-passage tonneaux for 12 months. No new wood to cover the fruit, no accelerations. The result is a Sangiovese that tells the story of Maremma, not the cellar.

The color is intense, vibrant, and brilliant red. On the nose, violet and ripe fruit, then with oxygenation, powder, carob, and vanilla. On the palate, elegant tannins, lively freshness, rich and enveloping body. Long and persistent finish.

Grape Variety: Sangiovese 100% | Vintage: 2021 | Alcohol: 13.5% | Format: 0.75 L
Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
Winemaking: Manual harvest, grape cooling to 6°C, spontaneous fermentation in steel for 12 days, aging in third-passage tonneaux for 12 months.

Recommended for

For those who love Sangiovese but want to explore beyond the well-trodden paths of Chianti and Brunello. L'Aione is a wine of a specific territory — the organic Maremma of a family that has been working the vineyard for almost 40 years. It is the right bottle for those seeking character without paying for the appellation's name.

When to drink it

It is already enjoyable today, but it has all the characteristics to evolve magnificently over the next 5-8 years if stored correctly. The 2021 vintage in Tuscany was balanced — a wine that opens up well even without prolonged decantation.

Taste characteristics

A deep and harmonious Sangiovese, where the strength of the grape variety combines with the typical freshness of Maremma soils. The tannins are elegant and well-integrated, the freshness keeps everything in tension. The finish is long and invites another sip.

Why we chose this wine

Because Podere Casina is exactly the kind of reality we seek: a family that chose organic farming out of conviction in 1987, not as a trend. Maremma is a territory still undervalued compared to its potential — and L'Aione proves it. We offer it because it provides artisan quality, a precise territorial identity, and a quality-to-price ratio difficult to find in Tuscany.

FAQ

What dishes pair well with Sangiovese Aione?
Pappardelle with wild boar, Florentine steak, roasted red meats, aged Tuscan cheeses. Also excellent with ribollita on colder evenings.

What is a third-passage tonneau?
A wooden barrel already used three times, which imparts very few tannins and aromas to the wine. It serves to slowly oxygenate without covering the fruit with new wood notes — a choice that respects the Sangiovese.

Is it a certified organic wine?
Yes. Podere Casina has been organic since 1987, with official certification. No chemical herbicides in the vineyard, natural winemaking in the cellar.

How long can it age?
5-8 years in the best vintages. It has enough structure and freshness to evolve positively in the bottle.

Can I pair it with fish dishes?
It's best not to — it's a structured red designed for meats and cheeses. For fish, the Argenteo Vermentino from the same producer is the right choice.