Producer Notes
Nestled in the hills of the historic Chianti Classico region in Tuscany, Fontodi was rescued from disrepair in 1968 by the Manetti family who still own and manage the estate today. The main grape variety used in all production is the indigenous Italian, Sangiovese, which brings a lot of freshness and vibrancy to the wines whilst fellow black grapes Canaiolo and Cabernet Sauvignon are used in the blending to add fruit flavour and depth. The vineyard and winery have been following sustainable practices for decades with full Organic Certification officially approved in recent years. Fontodi is a very highly regarded estate for their consistent quality across the board, from the basic level Chianti to the Chianti Classico Riserva. There is great value to be found across the spectrum here in approachable, youthful styles as well as age-worthy, single vineyard expressions.
Vintage Notes
2011 was a good, long lasting vintage in Tuscany
Other wines from Fontodi
2001 Flaccianello della Pieve: ยฃ160
2010 Flaccianello della Pieve: ยฃ140
2011 Flaccianello della Pieve: ยฃ110
2013 Flaccianello della Pieve: ยฃ115
2014 Flaccianello della Pieve: ยฃ110
2015 Flaccianello della Pieve: ยฃ150
2016 Flaccianello della Pieve: ยฃ205
2018 Flaccianello della Pieve: ยฃ155
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