The historic Chianti Classico
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Winery Castello di Fonterutoli |
Winery location Chianti Classico, Toscana |
Grape varieties 90% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot |
Alcohol 13.50% |
Total acidity 5.34% |
Vineyards location Cornia: 250 - 330 m (820 - 1,080 ft) a.s.l. | Caggiolo: 290 - 350 m (950 - 1,150 ft) a.s.l.
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Soil Cornia: Clay and limestone | Caggiolo: Calcareous Alberese with clay texture |
Vineyards age 15 - 30 years |
Training system Spur cordon-training |
Nr. of vines per hectar 4.500 - 7.500 plants |
Harvest Hand picked starting from September 4th |
Fermentation temperature 26 - 28°C |
Period of maceration 15 - 18 days |
Ageing 12 months in small french oak barrels (225/500 lt - 50% new) |
Bottling December 2022 |
Available on the market May 2023 |
Production 260.000 bottles |
Formats 750 ml - 1,5 lt - 3 lt |
Cases 6 bottles cardboard box (750 ml), single wooden case (1,5 lt) |
First vintage 1983 |
Ageing potential Over 15 years |
Key description Fresh, tannic, with aroma of berries, strong structure, earthy and intense taste |
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Vinous 92 Pts | James Suckling 94 Pts | Wine Advocate 93 Pts | Wine Spectator 92 Pts |
Falstaff 92 Pts | Robert Parker 93 Pts |
The winter of 2020 was cold with moderate rainfall. After a cool spring with adequate, well-spaced showers, the wide diurnal temperature range over the long hot summer was sufficient to ensure a smooth and problem-free ripening of the grapes. The process was also helped by rains in June and September which reduced water stress, and by an absence of pests or disease.
A season characterised by average temperatures and well-spaced rainfall gave rise to a highly satisfying harvest of top-quality grapes. With their thick skins and well-ripened phenols, these grapes will produce wines which combine fullness and structure with balance and freshness.
The one less positive note was a lower yield due to a few cold nights in early April which affected bud burst in areas where this took place early.
Beginning of the harvest: September 7th
End of the harvest: October 7th
Rainfalls (sum of rainfall between April 1st and September 30th): 468 mm
Temperature Index (sum of average daily temperatures from April 1st to September 30th): 3608 °C
Evaluation: Very good
Winery Castello di Fonterutoli |
Winery location Chianti Classico, Toscana |
Grape varieties 90% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot |
Alcohol 14.00% |
Total acidity 5.43% |
Vineyards location Cornia: 250 - 330 m (820 - 1,080 ft) a.s.l. | Caggiolo: 290 - 350 m (950 - 1,150 ft) a.s.l.
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Soil Cornia: Clay and limestone | Caggiolo: Calcareous Alberese with clay texture |
Vineyards age 15 - 30 years |
Training system Spur cordon-training |
Nr. of vines per hectar 4.500 - 7.500 plants |
Harvest Hand picked starting from September 4th |
Fermentation temperature 26 - 28°C |
Period of maceration 15 - 18 days |
Ageing 12 months in small french oak barrels (225/500 lt - 50% new) |
Bottling September 2021 |
Available on the market January 2022 |
Production 250.000 bottles |
Formats 750 ml - 1,5 lt - 3 lt |
Cases 6 bottles cardboard box (750 ml), single wooden case (1,5 lt) |
First vintage 1983 |
Ageing potential Over 15 years |
Key description Fresh, tannic, with aroma of berries, strong structure, earthy and intense taste |
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James Suckling 94 Pts | Wine Advocate 93 Pts | Robert Parker 92 Pts | Vinous 92 Pts |
Falstaff 92 Pts |
The 2019 harvest recalled the great vintages of the 1980s. This was a 'classic' year, with nature and nurture coming together to create something truly exceptional. Winter temperatures were below average and rainfall was low, with unusually warm weather at the end of February. However, stormy squalls through spring and late into summer replenished the water table and made up for the lack of winter rainfall. They also slowed down plant development in the early stages.
The summer was consistently hot, but without extreme temperatures or excessive rainfall. September continued fine, with a significant range in diurnal temperatures.
No pathogens compromised the excellent health of the grapes. Bud fruitfulness was within the norm and the good condition of the foliage showed just how well balanced the plants were in this extremely fine year.
By harvest time the grapes were perfect, thanks to the prevailing climatic conditions and the leaf removal which was carried out in early September. Both these factors contributed to optimal ripening of all grapes across our various production zones.
Beginning of the harvest: September 4th
End of the harvest: October 17th
Rainfalls (sum of rainfall between April 1st and September 30th): 590 mm
Temperature Index (sum of average daily temperatures from April 1st to September 30th): 3580 °C
Evaluation: Outstanding
Winery Castello di Fonterutoli |
Winery location Chianti Classico, Toscana |
Grape varieties 90% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot |
Alcohol 13.70% |
Total acidity 6.07% |
Vineyards location Cornia: 250 - 330 m (820 - 1,080 ft) a.s.l. | Caggiolo: 290 - 350 m (950 - 1,150 ft) a.s.l.
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Soil Cornia: Clay and limestone | Caggiolo: Calcareous Alberese with clay texture |
Vineyards age 15 - 30 years |
Training system Spur cordon-training |
Nr. of vines per hectar 4.500 - 7.500 plants |
Harvest Hand picked starting from September 12th |
Fermentation temperature 26 - 28°C |
Period of maceration 15 - 18 days |
Ageing 12 months in small french oak barrels (225/500 lt - 50% new) |
Bottling September 2020 |
Available on the market January 2021 |
Production 230.000 bottles |
Formats 750 ml - 1,5 lt - 3 lt |
Cases 6 bottles cardboard box (750 ml), single wooden case (1,5 lt) |
First vintage 1983 |
Ageing potential Over 10 years |
Key description Fresh, tannic, with aroma of berries, strong structure, earthy and intense taste |
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Gardini Notes 96+ Pts |
James Suckling 94 Pts |
Wine Spectator 93 Pts |
Vinous 92 Pts |
Winescritic.com 92 Pts |
Wine Advocate 91 Pts |
VertdeVin 90 Pts |
The 2018 vintage was characterised by a dynamic winter, with northern currents in December and February and a mild climate in January, with abundant rainfall, both of snow and rain, which offset the serious water deficit of the previous years. Spring brought about temperatures above the seasonal average together with abundant rainfall. The budding was early but showed no problems.
From 10 June on, temperatures started to rise again and, in the Chianti Classico area, the summer was good with uniform rainfall. July and August were as usual, while September was marked by a series of sunny days with a large temperature range between day and night, which allowed the grapes to reach the correct phenolic and aromatic ripeness. In short, this harvest was very satisfying harvest from a quantitative and, especially, a qualitative point of view.
Beginning of the harvest: September 12th
End of the harvest: October 8th
Rainfalls (sum of rainfall between April 1st and September 30th): 491 mm
Temperature Index (sum of average daily temperatures from April 1st to September 30th): 3666 °C
Evaluation: Very good
Winery Castello di Fonterutoli |
Winery location Chianti Classico, Toscana |
Grape varieties 90% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot |
Alcohol 13.50% |
Total acidity 5.77% |
Vineyards location Cornia: 250 - 330 m (820 - 1,080 ft) a.s.l. | Caggiolo: 290 - 350 m (950 - 1,150 ft) a.s.l.
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Soil Cornia: Clay and limestone | Caggiolo: Calcareous Alberese with clay texture |
Vineyards age 15 - 30 years |
Training system Spur cordon-training |
Nr. of vines per hectar 4.500 - 7.500 plants |
Harvest Hand picked starting from September 22nd |
Fermentation temperature 26 - 28°C |
Period of maceration 15 - 18 days |
Ageing 12 months in small french oak barrels (225/500 lt - 50% new) |
Bottling September 2019 |
Available on the market February 2020 |
Production 175.000 bottles |
Formats 750 ml - 1,5 lt |
First vintage 1983 |
Ageing potential Over 10 years |
Key description Fresh, tannic, with aroma of berries, strong structure, earthy and intense taste |
Food pairing Pasta with game sauce, stews, grilled red meats, mid-aged cheeses |
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James Suckling 96 Pts |
Vinous 92 Pts |
Wine Advocate 93 Pts |
Wine Spectator 92 Pts |
Doctor Wine 95 Pts |
Bacchus 92 Pts |
Falstaff 95 Pts |
I Vini di Veronelli 93 Pts |
Wine Enthusiast 90 Pts |
The 2017 harvest was unparalleled thanks to climatic events which followed one another in an unusual and extraordinary way.
After a frost on 20 April, in spring and summer there was little rainfall and summer temperatures reached high peaks, thus leading to water stress, with a reduced swelling of the grapes and a clear drop in the weight of the bunches in general.
The harvest began well in advance on the earliest vines. As regards Sangiovese, we courageously decided to wait for the September rains, when about 130 mm rain fell in 20 days together with a considerable lowering of the temperature (with minimum values dropping to 5 ° C), which gave a twist to the remaining grapes on the grapevines.
Therefore, the grapes had a heterogeneous quality, with peaks of excellence, a global level well beyond the expectations. 2017 is one of the classic vintages where the achievement of important results requires much experience and a careful management of each vineyard through the adoption of a customised approach to each parcel.
Beginning of the harvest: 21 August
End of the harvest: 28 September
Rainfalls (sum of rainfall between April 1st and September 30th): 257,6 mm
Temperature Index (sum of average daily temperatures from April 1st to September 30th): 3638,45 °C
Evaluation: Good
Winery Castello di Fonterutoli |
Winery location Chianti Classico, Toscana |
Grape varieties 90% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot |
Alcohol 13.20% |
Total acidity 6.00% |
Vineyards location Cornia: 250 - 330 m (820 - 1,080 ft) a.s.l. | Caggiolo: 290 - 350 m (950 - 1,150 ft) a.s.l.
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Soil Cornia: Clay and limestone | Caggiolo: Calcareous Alberese with clay texture |
Vineyards age 15 - 30 years |
Training system Spur cordon-training |
Nr. of vines per hectar 4.500 - 7.500 plants |
Harvest Hand picked starting from September 22nd |
Fermentation temperature 26 - 28°C |
Period of maceration 15 - 18 days |
Ageing 12 months in small french oak barrels (225/500 lt - 50% new) |
Bottling September 2018 |
Available on the market February 2019 |
Production 175.000 bottles |
Formats 750 ml - 1,5 lt |
First vintage 1983 |
Ageing potential Over 10 years |
Key description Fresh, tannic, with aroma of berries, strong structure, earthy and intense taste |
Food pairing Pasta with game sauce, stews, grilled red meats, mid-aged cheeses |
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Gardini Notes 97 Pts |
Decanter World Wine Awards 97 Pts |
James Suckling 95 Pts |
Wine Spectator 94 Pts |
Wine Advocate 92+ Pts |
Falstaff 92 Pts |
Wine & Spirits 91 Pts |
Vinous 91 Pts |
Decanter 90 Pts |
The vintage 2015 was characterized by a rainy winter which resulted in a good supply of water. A mild spring and an hot summer.
Some rainfall in late July and after mid August led to a drop in temperatures, which have established the ideal conditions for the good ripening of the grapes with the accumulation of aromatic substances and polyphenol, ideal to produce a balanced wine, rich in structure, with complex aromas and long aging potential.
Beginning of the harvest: 7/09
End of the harvest: 8/10
Rainfalls (sum of rainfall between April 1st and September 30th): 228mm
Temperature Index (sum of average daily temperatures from April 1st to September 30th): 3739°C
Evaluation: Very Good / Outstanding
Winery Castello di Fonterutoli |
Winery location Chianti Classico, Toscana |
Grape varieties 90% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot |
Alcohol 13.35% |
Total acidity 6.02% |
Vineyards location Cornia: 250 - 330 m (820 - 1,080 ft) a.s.l. | Caggiolo: 290 - 350 m (950 - 1,150 ft) a.s.l.
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Soil Cornia: Clay and limestone | Caggiolo: Calcareous Alberese with clay texture |
Vineyards age 10 - 30 years |
Training system Spur cordon-training |
Nr. of vines per hectar 4.500 - 7.500 plants |
Harvest Hand picked starting from September 22nd (Sangiovese), from September 7th (Merlot) |
Fermentation temperature 26 - 28°C |
Period of maceration 15 - 18 days |
Ageing 12 months in small french oak barrels (225/500 lt - 50% new) |
Bottling February 2018 |
Available on the market September 2018 |
Production 120.000 bottles |
Formats 750 ml - 1,5 lt |
First vintage 1983 |
Ageing potential Over 10 years |
Key description Fresh, tannic, with aroma of berries, strong structure, earthy and intense taste |
Food pairing Pasta with game sauce, stews, grilled red meats, mid-aged cheeses |
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James Suckling 95 Pts |
Gardini Notes 93+ Pts |
I Vini di Veronelli 92 Pts |
Wine Advocate 92 Pts |
Vinous 91 Pts |
Bibenda 4 Grapes |
Il 2015 è stato caratterizzato da un inverno piovoso che ha regalato una buona riserva idrica. La primavera mite e l’estate calda senza piogge per un periodo piuttosto prolungato. Il ciclo vegetativo in tutte le sue fasi è avvenuto con un certo anticipo per le medie stagionali.
Piogge alla fine di luglio e dopo la metà di agosto hanno portato a un abbassamento delle temperature, che hanno ristabilito le condizioni ideali per lo sviluppo della vite, e hanno portato a una maturazione ottimale dei grappoli con accumulo di sostanze aromatiche e polifenoli e la possibilità di ottenere vini rossi armonici, ricchi di struttura, dai profumi complessi e da lungo invecchiamento.
Inizio Vendemmia: 7/09
Fine Vendemmia: 8/10
Piogge (Somma delle precipitazioni dal 1/4 al 30/9): 228mm
Indice Temperature (Somma della temperatura media giornaliera dal 1/4 al 30/9): 3739°C
Valutazione: Ottima/Eccellente
Winery Castello di Fonterutoli |
Winery location Chianti Classico, Toscana |
Grape varieties 90% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot |
Alcohol 13.52% |
Total acidity 6.10% |
Vineyards location Cornia: 250 - 330 m (820 - 1,080 ft) a.s.l. | Caggiolo: 290 - 350 m (950 - 1,150 ft) a.s.l.
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Soil Cornia: Clay and limestone | Caggiolo: Calcareous Alberese with clay texture |
Vineyards age 10 - 30 years |
Training system Spur cordon-training |
Nr. of vines per hectar 4.500 - 7.500 plants |
Harvest Hand picked starting from September 24th (Sangiovese), from September 9th (Merlot) |
Fermentation temperature 26 - 28°C |
Period of maceration 15 - 18 days |
Ageing 12 months in small french oak barrels (225/500 lt - 50% new) |
Bottling February 2017 |
Available on the market September 2017 |
Production 100.000 bottles |
Formats 750 ml - 1,5 lt - 3 lt |
First vintage 1983 |
Ageing potential Over 10 years |
Key description Fresh, tannic, with aroma of berries, strong structure, earthy and intense taste |
Food pairing Pasta with game sauce, stews, grilled red meats, mid-aged cheeses |
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Wine Muo 92 Pts |
James Suckling 91 Pts |
Vinous 91 Pts |
ErGentili 90 Pts |
Wine Advocate 90 Pts |
Wine Spectator 90 Pts |
I Vini di Veronelli 90 Pts |
The whole winter season time was characterised by temperatures above the average, while the rain level falls within the average. Harvest began on 15 September, with the first 2 weeks marked by minimum temperatures above the average by 3° C and unsettled weather. In the second decade of September the weather changed remarkably, exerting a great impact on the vintage quality, with the onset of a high-pressure system resulting in a strong reduction of the minimum temperatures, an increase in the maximum temperatures as well as a settled and dry weather with no rainfall at all for over 24 days; in October (another temperature anomaly) the average temperatures exceeded the seasonal average values in the Chianti Classico area. These conditions granted grapes with good-excellent ripeness and quality. This vintage characterized by high acidity, refined aromas and stable wines over time.
Beginning of the harvest: 15/09
End of the harvest: 15/10
Rainfalls (sum of rainfall between April 1st and September 30th): 365mm
Temperature Index (sum of average daily temperatures from April 1st to September 30th): 3,465°C
Evaluation: Poor (first part) - Good / Very good (second part)
VertdeVin 93-94 Pts |
Decanter World Wine Awards 93 Pts |
Wine Advocate 92+ Pts |
Decanter Asia Wine Awards 92 Pts |
James Suckling 91 Pts |
Meininger Weinwelt 91 Pts |
Wine Enthusiast 91 Pts |
Doctor Wine 91 Pts |
I Vini di Veronelli 90 Pts |
L’andamento termico invernale è stato nella media, con giornate dove le temperature sono scese sotto lo zero, il cumulato delle piogge dei primi 7 mesi risulta in netto surplus del 35% rispetto alla media, soprattutto nel mese di luglio dove si sono verificati diversi fenomeni temporaleschi che hanno fatto tenere alta l’attenzione sulla difesa fitosanitaria.
L’accrescimento dei grappoli è stato graduale e distribuito in un periodo adeguato per una maturazione lenta e ideale, che favorisce la sintesi di elementi qualitativi con accumulo della parte polifenolica; questa condizione (alte escursioni termiche tra giorno e notte ) si è verificata soprattutto nei mesi di metà luglio e agosto.
L’annata è stata particolarmente impegnativa dal punto di vista agronomico, comunque la qualità delle uve è stata molto soddisfacente.
Inizio Vendemmia: 26/09
Fine Vendemmia: 12/10
Piogge (Somma delle precipitazioni dal 1/4 al 30/9): 290mm
Indice Temperature (Somma della temperatura media giornaliera dal 1/4 al 30/9): 3582°C
Valutazione: Buona
Appellation Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG |
Winery location Loc. Fonterutoli - Commune of Castellina in Chianti (SI) |
Grape varieties 90% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot |
Alcohol 12.94% |
Total acidity 5.98% |
Vineyards location Cornia: 250 - 330 m (820 - 1,080 ft) a.s.l. | Caggiolo: 290 - 350 m (950 - 1,150 ft) a.s.l. |
Soil Cornia: Clay and limestone | Caggiolo: Calcareous Alberese with clay texture |
Vineyards age 10 - 25 years |
Training system Spur cordon-training |
Nr. of vines per hectar 4.500 - 7.500 plants |
Harvest Hand picked starting from September 25th (Sangiovese), from August 6th (Merlot) |
Fermentation temperature 26 - 28°C |
Period of maceration 15 - 18 days |
Ageing 12 months in small french oak barrels (225 lt / 50% new) |
Bottling March 2015 |
Available on the market June 2015 |
Production 100.000 bottles |
Formats 750 ml |
First vintage 1983 |
Ageing potential Over 10 years |
Key description Fresh, tannic, with aroma of berries, strong structure, earthy and intense taste |
Food pairing Pasta with game sauce, stews, grilled red meats, mid-aged cheeses |
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Wine Enthusiast 92 Pts |
Wine Spectator 91 Pts |
Anomalous weather during the winter period, where there were very few precipitations with a snowfall in February. The months of June, July and August have been characterized by an almost total absence of rain, with temperatures above the seasonal average. A decisive change in weather in the last week of August and the first seven days of September gave a positive turn to the season; there were a significant drop in temperatures for both minimum and maximum temperatures, allowing the plants to resume "work" in an optimal manner and consequently arrive to the ripening of the grapes in very good conditions. The grapes have not had any problems and have arrived to the cellar in optimum conditions. This vintage from a quantitative point of view, gave us a reduction of about 25% -30% of the grapes compared to the previous years. The agronomical judgment on the vintage is on average good, with peaks of excellence for some of the Sangiovese grapes.
Beginning of the harvest: Aug.29
End of the harvest: Oct.10
Rainfalls (sum of rainfall between April 1st and September 30th): 369,8 mm
Temperature Index (sum of average daily temperatures from April 1st to September 30th): 3723°C
Evaluation: Very good
Appellation Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG |
Winery location Loc. Fonterutoli - Commune of Castellina in Chianti (SI) |
Grape varieties 90% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot |
Alcohol 13.50% |
Total acidity 5.80% |
Vineyards location Altitude: 220 - 510 m.a.s.l. |
Soil Limestone |
Vineyards age 10 - 24 years |
Training system Spur cordon-training |
Nr. of vines per hectar 4.500 - 7.500 plants |
Harvest Hand picked starting from September 14 (Sangiovese), from August 29 (Merlot) |
Fermentation temperature 26 - 28°C |
Period of maceration 15 - 18 days |
Ageing 12 months in small french oak barrels (225 lt / 50% new) |
Bottling January 2014 |
Available on the market April 2014 |
Production 100.000 bottles |
Formats 750 ml |
First vintage 1983 |
Ageing potential Over 10 years |
Key description Strong structure, fresh, forest aromas, rich in tannins, strong and elegant |
Food pairing Pasta with game sauce, stews, grilled red meats, mid-aged cheeses |
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Weinkenner 93 Pts |
Migliori Vini d'Italia 91 Pts |
Sommelier Toscana 90 Pts |
Decanter 90 Pts |
Wine Spectator 90 Pts |
Vinous 92 Pts |
Perfect performance until the end of July / first week of August, given the high rainfall during the winter / spring which created excellent water reserves in the soil; the most critical moment was the middle of August to first week of September due to two extreme heat waves. Two providential rainfalls on July 27 and early September allowed the vines to resume their activities of synthesis of metabolites in the berries; further help came after the first week of September, by the sudden lowering of temperature in the evenings thus creating a greater temperature range.
The quality of the grapes from a health point of view was exceptional, given the almost total absence of rot. From the analytical and taste point of view, the grapes were very rich in sugars, but with great differences in the maturation and quality of the grapes is the diversity of "micro-terroirs".
Beginning of the harvest: Aug.25
End of the harvest: Sep.30
Rainfalls (sum of rainfall between April 1st and September 30th): 181 mm
Temperature Index (sum of average daily temperatures from April 1st to September 30th): 3692°C
Evaluation: Good
Appellation Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG |
Winery location Loc. Fonterutoli - Commune of Castellina in Chianti (SI) |
Grape varieties 90% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot |
Alcohol 13.50% |
Total acidity 5.60% |
Vineyards location Altitude: 220 - 510 m.a.s.l. |
Soil Limestone |
Vineyards age 10 - 23 years |
Training system Spur cordon-training |
Nr. of vines per hectar 4.500 - 7.500 plants |
Harvest Hand picked starting from September 24 (Sangiovese), from September 7 (Merlot) |
Fermentation temperature 26 - 28°C |
Period of maceration 15 - 18 days |
Ageing 12 months in small french oak barrels (225 lt / 50% new) |
Bottling February 2013 |
Available on the market June 2013 |
Production 80.000 bottles |
Formats 750 ml |
First vintage 1983 |
Ageing potential Over 10 years |
Key description Strong structure, fresh, forest aromas, rich in tannins, strong and elegant |
Food pairing Pasta with game sauce, stews, grilled red meats, mid-aged cheeses |
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James Suckling 93 Pts |
Wine Advocate 91 Pts |
Corriere della Sera 90 Pts |
The winter period was characterized by temperatures below average with heavy rain and 3 snow storms; spring was cool and wet. From the end of June, the entry of a large area of high pressure brought a long period of sunny and dry weather with peaks of high temperatures in the last week of July which were slightly above the average for the period. The maturation continued throughout the period of September in a very slow and regular manner; the harvest was completed at the end of October (precisely 26/10). The final evaluation is intended to be an exceptional vintage for us, both regarding the quality of the grapes that have a good range of phenolic content and extraction with the potentials of a great vintage for longevity and aging of wines.
Rainfalls (sum of rainfall between April 1st and September 30th): 488,0 mm (19.2 inches)
Temperature Index (sum of average daily temperatures from April 1st to September 30th): 3421,7°C
Evaluation: Outstanding
The father of Chianti Classico
The first documented reference to Chianti as a production region is found in correspondence from 16 December 1398 between Ser Lapo Mazzei "the keen notary" and Francesco Datini, "the merchant from Prato".
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"Payable, on 16 December (1398), 3 florins 26 pennies 8 dinars to Piero di Tino Riccio, for 6 barrels of wine from Chianti ...said produce paid by credit letter of Ser Lapo Mazzei".
In their exchanges these two wonderful characters were discussing the deals of the time, the pleasures of life, and obviously the wine, of which Ser Lapo was a great fan and connoisseur.