About Fonterutoli Chianti Classico
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Sangiovese, Colorino, Malvasia Nera
- Price Range
- $22-26
- approx. ¥5,000-6,500, reference conversion from US market price
Fonterutoli Chianti Classico is the estate's flagship and best-selling wine, blended from grapes grown across roughly seven different vineyard plots within the Fonterutoli property. Dominated by Sangiovese with small portions of Colorino and Malvasia Nera, it offers intense red fruit, fresh spice, and elegant tannins with a mineral-driven finish — a benchmark for the whole Chianti Classico category.
This is the definitive expression of Sangiovese in its class — anyone learning Chianti Classico should start here.
New to wine?
A perfect, approachable introduction to serious Chianti Classico — structured but never intimidating.
Food Pairings
Pairs excellently with grilled red meats, hearty stews, and traditional Tuscan dishes like Bistecca alla Fiorentina.
When to drink it
Sophisticated dinner parties, Sunday roasts, or as a gift for a wine enthusiast.
Terroir & Winemaking
Approximately 90% Sangiovese, 5% Colorino, 5% Malvasia Nera, sourced from about seven vineyard plots and fermented separately. Aged for around 12 months in 225-liter French oak barrels (roughly 20% new), followed by bottle aging before release.
About the producer
Castello di FonterutoliA historic icon of Chianti Classico with 600 years of legacy.Visit the producer page →More wines from Castello di Fonterutoli
- BadiòlaRed · Sangiovese
- Castello FonterutoliRed · Sangiovese
- ConcertoRed · Sangiovese · Cabernet Sauvignon
- Poggio alla BadiolaRed · Sangiovese · Merlot
- Ser Lapo Chianti Classico RiservaRed · Sangiovese · Merlot
- SiepiRed · Sangiovese · Merlot
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Fonterutoli Chianti Classico taste like?
- Ripe cherries, wild berries, and subtle spice with a structured, elegant, mineral finish.
- What should I pair it with?
- Grilled meats, hearty stews, and umami-rich dishes such as teriyaki or sukiyaki.
- How long will it age?
- It drinks well on release but can continue developing in the cellar for another 5 to 8 years.
Want to know more about this wine?
Ask Vinami's sommelier — no intimidation, just answers.
Talk to the Sommelier