Winery

Fonterutoli Castle

Winery Location

Chianti Classico, Tuscany

Blend

100% Sangiovese from 36 biotypes

Alcohol

14.50%

Total Acidity

6.20%

Vineyard Location

Castelnuovo Berardenga, Vicoregio: 350 m above sea level; Exposure: SE, S, S/W

Soil Type

Alberese and clay, with a good amount of gravel

Vine Age

18 years

Training System

Spurred Cordon and Guyot

Vine Density per Hectare

5,800 - 6,600 Plants

Harvest

Handpicked from October 10th

Vinification

In 500-liter French oak barrels

Fermentation Temperature

26 - 28°C

Maceration Time

24 days

Malolactic and Aging

18 months in 500-liter French oak barrels (50% new)

Finissage

4 months in concrete tanks

Bottling

December 2023

Release Date

July 2024

Production

13,200 bottles

Bottle sizes

750 ml - 1.5 lt - 3 lt

First vintage produced

2008 (IGT)

Aging potential

Over 20 years

Profile

Intensity, rich color, pronounced bouquet

Pairings

Spicy roasts, stewed game, aged cheeses, mushrooms, and truffles