Fontodi
Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna del Sorbo Panzano 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Chianti Classico Gran Selezione |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Aging | In Troncais and Allier barriques, half of which are new, for 24 months, followed by bottle ageing |
- Name and vintage: Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione, Vigna del Sorbo 2021
- Grape varieties: Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon; dry, structured and elegant red wine
- Vinification: spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, maceration for over 3 weeks
- Ageing: 24 months in French oak barriques, followed by bottle ageing
- Profile and serving: notes of wild berries and balsamic, savoury finish; serve at 18-20 °C, decant for 1 hour
Description
What kind of wine it is
Vigna del Sorbo by Fontodi is an organic red wine that represents the excellence of Chianti Classico Gran Selezione. Crafted from a skilful blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, it stands out for its dry, structured and extremely elegant profile. On the nose, it reveals a refined bouquet where notes of wild berries intertwine with delicate balsamic nuances. The palate is warm and enveloping, supported by noble and sweet tannins, already harmoniously evolved. The finish is clean and marked by a pleasant savoury note that prolongs its persistence, making it the ideal companion for game, robust risottos and grilled meats.
Where it comes from
This wine is produced in Tuscany, in the heart of the Chianti Classico area, specifically in the renowned Vigna del Sorbo in Panzano. The vineyards benefit from a south-west exposure, a crucial factor in ensuring optimal ripening of the grapes and the development of a solid tannic structure. The vines, around forty years old, are cultivated using the Guyot training system. The planting density is designed to naturally limit yields, thus ensuring extraordinary fruit concentration and great aromatic precision.
How it is produced
Fontodi's production philosophy favours a low-intervention approach, starting with a rigorous manual harvest. The process continues with spontaneous fermentation carried out by indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Maceration on the skins lasts for over three weeks, allowing for a balanced extraction of colour and phenolic components. After malolactic fermentation, the wine matures for twenty-four months in French oak barrels from Tronçais and Allier. The process concludes with a prolonged bottle ageing, which consolidates its structure and overall harmony.
Awards
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2021
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2021
97/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2021
97/100
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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2021
98/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2021
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2021
95/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2021
97/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °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 Gran Selezione Vigna del Sorbo Panzano 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red organic still |
| Denomination | Chianti Classico DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sangiovese |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Fontodi |
| Origin | Vigna del Sorbo |
| Climate | Exposure: South-West. |
| Cultivation system | Guyot |
| Plants per hectare | 3500-6000 |
| Fermentation | Over 3 weeks |
| Production technique | Fermentation spontaneous with indigenous yeasts and maceration on the skins in stainless steel tanks (over 3 weeks); fermentation at controlled temperature; malolactic fermentation in barrique |
| Wine making | Fermentation occurs spontaneously with indigenous yeasts and maceration takes place in stainless steel tanks with plungers and temperature control for over 3 weeks. |
| Aging | In Troncais and Allier barriques, half of which are new, for 24 months, followed by bottle ageing |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |