Fontodi
Chianti Classico 2022
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | Ageing for at least 18 months in French oak barriques (Tronçais and Allier). |
- Appellation and grape variety: Chianti Classico DOCG from 100% Sangiovese, certified organic
- Natural fermentation: spontaneous in steel with indigenous yeasts and minimal intervention
- Maturation in wood: at least 18 months in French oak barrels and barriques
- Aromatic characteristics: notes of plum, cherry, violet, leather and tobacco with a spicy finish
- Food pairings and cellaring: suitable for game, roasts, pasta with tomato sauce; ageing potential up to 16 years
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Chianti Classico produced in Tuscany by Fontodi is an organic red wine with a controlled and guaranteed designation of origin, made from Sangiovese grapes and aged in oak barrels. In the glass, it reveals intense aromas of plum, cherry, and violet, enriched by notes of leather, blond tobacco, and aromatic herbs. On the palate, it offers a smooth texture and ample fruit, balanced by fine tannins and a lively acidity, with a voluminous and elegant structure that culminates in a pleasantly spicy finish. This wine pairs harmoniously with savoury dishes, particularly enhancing game, roast meats, and fresh pasta starters with tomato sauce.
Where it comes from
This wine comes to life in Panzano in Chianti, in the heart of Chianti Classico, in a historically prestigious area known as the Conca d’Oro. The grapes are grown in the vineyards of the Fontodi estate, led by Giovanni Manetti, which spans ninety hectares. The vines are trained using the Guyot system with a density of six thousand vines per hectare, an agronomic choice aimed at promoting the highest quality of the clusters. The organic management of the vineyards results in a clear and precise aromatic profile, capable of reflecting the authentic identity of its area of origin.
How it is produced
The winemaking process follows a minimal intervention approach to best enhance the raw material. The must undergoes spontaneous fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, naturally triggered by indigenous yeasts. The subsequent maceration on the skins lasts for at least three weeks, a fundamental stage for extracting colour and structure while preserving the elegance of the Sangiovese. Ageing continues for at least eighteen months in French oak barrels, including selections from the Tronçais and Allier forests, which impart a refined spicy note. This long rest ensures the wine has an excellent ageing potential.
History and Interesting Facts
The estate has been owned by the Fontodi family since 1968 and has been led by the current owner Giovanni Manetti since 1980. Produced in the prestigious area of Panzano, known as the Conca d’Oro of Chianti, the wine features a label depicting a Tuscan villa and the iconic Black Rooster logo.
Awards
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2022
93/100
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2022
93/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2022
93/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2022
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2022
91/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2022
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
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2022
93/100
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Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
- Start up year: 1968
- Oenologist: Franco Bernabei
- Bottles produced: 300.000
- Hectares: 92
Fontodi is a certified organic farm and covers 170 hectares, of which more than 80 are planted with vines. The principles of naturalness and sustainability inspire the agriculture that is practised: not only are no synthetic chemical products used, but an attempt is made to make the most of the company's internal resources by reducing external inputs. For example, the vineyards are fertilised using compost produced by combining pruning residues and manure from the farm's own Chianina breeding. Respecting the environment produces better, cleaner wines with a better expression of the terroir. Read more
| Name | Fontodi Chianti Classico 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Fontodi |
| Story | History and Interesting Facts The estate has been owned by the Fontodi family since 1968 and has been led by the current owner Giovanni Manetti since 1980. Produced in the prestigious area of Panzano, known as the Conca d’Oro of Chianti, the wine features a label depicting a Tuscan villa and the iconic Black Rooster logo. |
| Origin | Panzano in Chianti (Florence) |
| Cultivation system | Tablemount |
| Plants per hectare | 6,000 vines per hectare |
| Fermentation | At least 2 weeks |
| Production technique | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts |
| Wine making | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts and maceration in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks for at least 2 weeks; followed by ageing for at least 18 months in French oak barriques. |
| Aging | Ageing for at least 18 months in French oak barriques (Tronçais and Allier). |
| Year production | 170000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |