The Basilica Cafaggio Single Estate Chianti Classico is a 100% Sangiovese red wine sourced from single-estate vineyards in Panzano, one of the most prized sub-zones within the Chianti Classico DOCG appellation in Tuscany, Italy. Produced by the historic Cafaggio estate and imported by Ethica Wines, this wine represents outstanding value in Italian reds.

After harvest, the wine is aged for 12 months in Slavonian oak casks, adding richness, body, and structure while preserving the grape's vibrant fruit character. The result is a dark ruby-colored wine with an inviting nose of sour cherry, baking spice, leather, and cranberry. On the palate, it delivers juicy candied cherry and ripe plum with notes of black cherry, licorice, and savory mineral accents, finishing dry and grippy with lingering spice and tart fruit. The tannins are resonant and well-integrated. At 13.0% alcohol, it is balanced and food-friendly.

Released ready to drink, this wine continues to evolve for up to two years in the bottle, softening and mellowing with time. It pairs beautifully with meaty pasta dishes, pizza, roast game or poultry, Fiorentina steak, and seasoned Pecorino or Salame Toscano. A perennial Costco favorite, it has earned consistent critical acclaim including 90-point scores from Wine Spectator, 92 points from James Suckling, and recognition as a Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Best Buy.