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Mazzei Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione

Mazzei Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione

A family legacy enduring through the centuries
Mazzei Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
75 cl.
2022
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  • We send it to Australia with DHL Express to your home
  • The shipment for 3 bottles is €40.60 with DHL Express.
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Details
13.50%
Alcohol 13.50%
Tuscany
Production area Tuscany
DOCG Chianti Classico
Designation of Origin DOCG Chianti Classico
Mazzei
Winery Mazzei
Contains sulphites
92% Sangiovese, 8% Other red varieties
Varieties 92% Sangiovese, 8% Other red varieties
16.0
Service 16.0
75 cl.
Volume 75 cl.

Tasting notes Mazzei Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2022

Red wine Aged in wood. 18 meses en barrica.

Style Mazzei Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione
Fruity
Spicy
Young
Barrel
Light
Body
Pairing
Cured cheeses, Red meat, Game, White meats

About Mazzei Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione

You have undoubtedly encountered references to Chianti in films, songs, and other cultural manifestations on more than one occasion. These references not only highlight the popularity of Chianti but also underscore its status as an iconic and globally cherished wine. What you might not know is that the first historical record mentioning the term "Chianti" is found in a document written by Ser Lapo Mazzei in 1398, a Florentine notary with a passion for wine who documented the significance of Chianti in the Tuscany region (Italy) centuries ago. This legacy was solidified when his niece married Piero di Agnolo da Fonterutoli, and the Fonterutoli estate became part of the family heritage. Today, 24 generations later, the Mazzei family continues to produce wine at Castello di Fonterutoli, and although production and quality have evolved significantly since that time, the influence of Ser Lapo Mazzei remains at the heart of the project.

From this legacy, Mazzei Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is a red wine crafted from the principal variety of the DOCG Chianti Classico, Sangiovese, with a small percentage of other red varieties (Colorino and Malvasia Nera). Grapes from 11 different parcels situated at an altitude of 420-510 meters around the village of Fonterutoli in Castellina in Chianti are selected and hand-harvested, then vinified through a process of fermentation and maceration at controlled temperatures. Afterwards, the wine rests in small oak barrels of 225 and 500 litres (60% new) for approximately 18 months. Finally, it is bottled and aged in the cellar for further refinement in glass before being released to the market.

From the oldest cru of the winery, in the "château" style, Mazzei Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is a true Chianti Classico. A profound, full-bodied, and enduring wine that indelibly links the Mazzei family with Tuscany and its wine since the 11th century.

 

2021 Mazzei Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2021 is a Tuscan gem. On the nose, it unfurls a symphony of floral aromas with violets, intertwined with notes of red fruits, such as luscious cherries and an exotic hint of sandalwood. On the palate, it is a medium-bodied wine, exhibiting smooth and well-integrated tannins that accentuate its elegance and complexity. This wine is distinguished by its juicy and persistent finish, promising to improve with age. Due to its structure and captivating tasting profile, it is a wine that deserves to be cellared and savoured leisurely from 2026 onwards, as its potential will continue to evolve.
2019

Mazzei Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2019 exhibits an intense and profound colour. On the nose, it reveals distinct aromas of blackberries, cherries, violets, and flowers, with a hint of nougat. On the palate, it is a full-bodied wine with a captivating sweetness and smooth tannins. Its flavour is intense and concentrated, delighting the senses. The finish is long and full of elegance, leaving a lasting and sophisticated impression.                       


 
2021
95 Parker
95 Suckling
2019
94+ Parker
95 Suckling

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€35.50 Import taxes NOT incl.

  • We send it to Australia with DHL Express to your home
  • The shipment for 3 bottles is €40.60 with DHL Express.
Taxes are not included in the prices, as you will need to pay the local taxes upon receipt of your order in Australia.