The masterpiece of Castellare, I Sodi di San Niccolo, has twice placed in the top 100 of Wine Spectator, and has been awarded “Three Glasses” by Il Gambero Rosso.

I Sodi di San Niccolo is produced solely with native varieties: 85-90% of Sangioveto and 10-15% of Malvasia Nera, I Sodi comes from the two best crus of the farm.

The word "I Sodi" was used by the Tuscan farmers to describe those grounds which had to be processed by hand, being too hard (in fact firm) or too steep to allow for the employment of the horses, unlike the "fields" that make the grounds more easily cultivable.

The 2016 Castellare I Sodi di San Niccolò is a distinguished wine from Tuscany, Italy, crafted by Castellare di Castellina. This red wine is a proprietary blend, predominantly composed of 85% Sangioveto (Sangiovese) and 15% Malvasia Nera. With a robust alcohol content of 14%, this wine is sealed with a cork closure.

James Suckling awarded this vintage a score of 95, noting its "full, layered" character with "blueberry and blackberry" nuances and "hints of walnuts." He described it as "rich and juicy," with a "very tight style" that requires time to open up, recommending to try it after 2022 (jamessuckling.com).

Monica Larner from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave it an impressive 96+ points, calling it "a true beauty" and emphasizing its "enormous purity and focus." She described its Mediterranean aromas, including "rosemary and crushed lavender," and highlighted the "elegant and finely integrated" tannins. Larner declared this vintage as one of the best she has encountered in two decades (Robert Parker's Wine Advocate).

Wine Spectator also rated this wine at 96, noting the initial "charred, sweet oaky aromas" that give way to "black cherry, plum, leather, tobacco, wild herb, and iron flavors." The review mentions an "austerity" enhanced by "dense, dusty tannins" and a complex, balanced structure. The reviewer suggests patience, indicating it will be at its best from 2023 through 2048 (Wine Spectator).

Overall, the 2016 Castellare I Sodi di San Niccolò is highly praised for its complexity, depth, and promising potential for aging, making it a standout choice for those seeking a fine Tuscan red.