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17¼/20
Mazzei Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2018
Tuscany, ItalyThis cru of sangiovese comes off 11 parcels surrounding the Fonterutoli hamlet, in the heart of Castellina in Chianti. It is a mix of 6 clones plus 8 massale selections, rooted in albarese and limestone. After a stainless ferment, this spent 18 months in 500L French oak (50% new) before 4 months in concrete tank. Still quite knit and reserved, this structural wine shows black cherry, dark perfumed raspberry across a fine leather and broken stone base. Acidity is limestone lofted, and tannins are long and finely sticky, guiding this finessed wine to a lingering finish. Very elegant; this will certainly be enjoyed now with a decant, and over the years to come.Tasted: 20 August 2022Tasted by: Treve RingPrices:| BC | $74.99 | 750ml | select private retailers |
Blend: Sangiovese - Cabernet Sauvignon - MerlotCSPC: 512475UPC: 8016118111189
