Fontodi
Colli Toscana Centrale Meriggio 2024
| Denomination | IGT Colli della Toscana centrale |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Tuscany (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 90% Sauvignon, 10% Trebbiano |
| Aging | Ageing/maturation on the lees for 6 months, primarily in stainless steel tanks with a small percentage in terracotta amphorae (and partly in tonneaux). |
- Grapes: 90% Sauvignon Blanc and 10% Trebbiano, IGT Colli Toscana Centrale
- Ageing: 6 months on the lees in stainless steel, terracotta amphorae and tonneaux
- La Rota Vineyard: old Guyot-trained vines, northern exposure and organic farming
- Palate: notes of river stones, white fruit, aromatic herbs and lively acidity
- Technical data: 12.5% alcohol, 10,000 bottles, no decanting required, Vinous 90
Description
What kind of wine it is
Il Meriggio produced by Fontodi is an organic white wine with a vibrant character, originating from the Colli Toscana Centrale area. This blend combines Sauvignon Blanc and Trebbiano in a profile that is both structured and agile, with fermentation in stainless steel and partial ageing in amphorae. On the palate, a distinct minerality stands out, reminiscent of river stones, supported by a lively and refreshing acidity. The tasting reveals precise aromas of crisp white fruit, fresh herbs, flowers and a light peppery note, defining a sophisticated and complex drinkability.
Where it comes from
The grapes come exclusively from the La Rota estate, a Tuscan plot with a privileged northern exposure that ensures the natural freshness of the bunches. The vineyard, managed strictly using organic farming, hosts an ampelographic heritage mainly composed of old vines grown using the Guyot system. Thanks to a limited production, the winery is able to fully enhance the territory's vocation and the balance of its historic plants.
How it is produced
The journey in the cellar begins with a temperature-controlled fermentation inside stainless steel tanks. The wine then rests on its lees for six months: the majority of the batch matures in steel to enhance its absolute aromatic purity, while a small percentage ages in terracotta amphorae and barrels. This precise technique adds depth and roundness, keeping the sip consistently taut and ensuring a harmonious, persistent finish.
History and interesting facts
Meriggio di Fontodi is produced from old organic vineyards on the La Rota estate, in the heart of Tuscany. Production is limited to approximately 10,000 bottles per year and is distinguished by an artisanal six-month ageing process that combines the use of steel with terracotta amphorae. This unique production method has earned the wine a score of 90 from Vinous.
Awards
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2024
90/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
08 - 10 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 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 Colli Toscana Centrale Meriggio 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | White organic still |
| Denomination | Colli della Toscana centrale IGT |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 90% Sauvignon, 10% Trebbiano |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Tuscany |
| Vendor | Fontodi |
| Story | History and interesting facts Meriggio di Fontodi is produced from old organic vineyards on the La Rota estate, in the heart of Tuscany. Production is limited to approximately 10,000 bottles per year and is distinguished by an artisanal six-month ageing process that combines the use of steel with terracotta amphorae. This unique production method has earned the wine a score of 90 from Vinous. |
| Origin | La Rota (Tuscany, Italy) |
| Cultivation system | Tablemount |
| Plants per hectare | 4,000 to 6,000 |
| Production technique | Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel and ageing on the lees for six months, primarily in steel, with a small portion in terracotta amphorae and tonneaux. |
| Wine making | Controlled-temperature fermentation and maturation/ageing on the lees for 6 months in stainless steel tanks, with a small portion in terracotta amphorae and tonneaux. |
| Aging | Ageing/maturation on the lees for 6 months, primarily in stainless steel tanks with a small percentage in terracotta amphorae (and partly in tonneaux). |
| Year production | 10000 bottles |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |