Fontodi
Chianti Classico Filetta di Lamole 2022
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | Aged for 18 months in 25-hectolitre French oak barrels. |
- Name and grape variety: Chianti Classico DOCG 2022, 100% organic Sangiovese, 0.75 L
- Aromatic profile: notes of bitter orange, violet, aromatic herbs, undergrowth and liquorice
- On the palate: lively freshness and balanced tannins; persistent finish with citrus notes
- Vinification: spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts; 3 weeks in cement tanks
- Ageing: 18 months in French oak; serve at 16-18 °C; cork closure
Description
What kind of wine it is
Filetta di Lamole Chianti Classico by Fontodi is a full-bodied organic red wine from Tuscany, made exclusively from Sangiovese grapes. In the glass, it displays a ruby red colour with garnet highlights, revealing an aromatic profile of bitter orange, violet, aromatic herbs, undergrowth and liquorice. On the palate, it offers a lively freshness and mature tannins, ensuring a dynamic and satisfying sip. The tasting concludes with a persistent finish, led by an inviting citrus progression and sweet spices, following spontaneous fermentation and ageing in barrels.
Where it comes from
This Chianti Classico originates in Tuscany, in the picturesque village of Lamole. The grapes grow on terraced vineyards situated six hundred metres above sea level and cultivated using the Guyot method. This unique hillside microclimate promotes excellent aromatic ripening of the grapes. The altitude of the vineyards is fundamental in shaping the wine's character, enhancing the natural varietal expression and encouraging a harmonious tannic structure. The entire production cycle follows the strict principles of organic farming, ensuring respectful management of the land at every stage.
How it is produced
The vinification process begins with spontaneous fermentation triggered by indigenous yeasts. This is followed by maceration on the skins in cement vats for about three weeks, essential for optimal extraction of aromas and colour. The wine then matures for eighteen months in French oak barrels, developing structure and elegance. This careful period of rest blends the delicate toasted notes of the wood with the richness of the fruit. The result is a defined and balanced wine, perfect paired with red meats, flavourful stews and mature cheeses.
History and Curiosities
Filetta di Lamole 2022 originates from the evocative terraced vineyards at 600 metres above sea level, where Fontodi cultivates an extraordinary organic Sangiovese. The spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in cement vats shapes its authentic character. This captivating Chianti Classico DOCG is enhanced by a meticulous 18-month maturation in French oak, which brings out the vibrant freshness of the palate. The excellence of the vintage is confirmed by the 93 points awarded by international critics, establishing it as a wine of great regional prestige.
Awards
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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
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2022
93/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- 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 Filetta di Lamole 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 Curiosities Filetta di Lamole 2022 originates from the evocative terraced vineyards at 600 metres above sea level, where Fontodi cultivates an extraordinary organic Sangiovese. The spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in cement vats shapes its authentic character. This captivating Chianti Classico DOCG is enhanced by a meticulous 18-month maturation in French oak, which brings out the vibrant freshness of the palate. The excellence of the vintage is confirmed by the 93 points awarded by international critics, establishing it as a wine of great regional prestige. |
| Origin | Lamole, Tuscany, Italy |
| Plants per hectare | 6000 plants per hectare |
| Fermentation | At least 3 weeks |
| Production technique | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts; maceration on the skins in cement tanks for at least 3 weeks; ageing for 18 months in French oak barrels and barriques |
| Wine making | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, maceration on the skins in cement tanks for at least 3 weeks, then ageing for 18 months in French oak barrels and barriques. |
| Aging | Aged for 18 months in 25-hectolitre French oak barrels. |
| Year production | 25000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |