About this wine
Castello Fonterutoli is one of three single-vineyard Chianti Classico Gran Selezione wines produced by the Mazzei family, sourced from the Castellina in Chianti UGA (unità geografica aggiuntiva). Made from 100% Sangiovese, it shows deep dark-berry and violet aromas, refined tannins, and a mineral-driven finish shaped by the estate's limestone-rich soils.
A benchmark high-end Chianti Classico that shows the sophisticated, age-worthy side of pure Sangiovese.
Sommelier's Note
"This is Sangiovese distilled to its purest, most structural form — a wine that rewards patience in the cellar."
Food Pairings
Pairs perfectly with grilled red meats, game dishes, aged cheeses, and hearty Tuscan stews.
When to drink it
Formal dinners, milestone celebrations, or a serious wine tasting.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- $55-66 (approx. ¥11,000-14,000, reference conversion from US/UK market avg.)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Sangiovese from selected single vineyards in the Castellina in Chianti UGA. Fermented in stainless steel, then aged approximately 18-20 months in French oak barrels, followed by bottle aging before release, per Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Castello Fonterutoli taste like?
- Black cherry, wild berries, and tobacco, balanced by firm tannins and a long mineral finish.
- How is it different from Vicoregio 36 and Badiòla?
- All three are single-vineyard Gran Selezione Sangiovese, but each comes from a different UGA within Chianti Classico: Castello Fonterutoli from Castellina, Vicoregio 36 from Castelnuovo Berardenga, and Badiòla from Radda.
- When is the best time to drink it?
- It drinks well on release but continues to improve in the cellar for 10 to 15 years.
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