{"product_id":"fontodi-chianti-classico-2022","title":"Fontodi Chianti Classico 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Chianti Classico produced in Tuscany by Fontodi is an organic red wine with a controlled and guaranteed designation of origin, made from Sangiovese grapes and aged in oak barrels. In the glass, it reveals intense aromas of plum, cherry, and violet, enriched by notes of leather, blond tobacco, and aromatic herbs. On the palate, it offers a \u003cstrong\u003esmooth texture\u003c\/strong\u003e and ample fruit, balanced by \u003cstrong\u003efine tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and a lively acidity, with a voluminous and elegant structure that culminates in a pleasantly spicy finish. This wine pairs harmoniously with savoury dishes, particularly enhancing \u003cstrong\u003egame\u003c\/strong\u003e, roast meats, and fresh pasta starters with tomato sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine comes to life in Panzano in Chianti, in the heart of Chianti Classico, in a historically prestigious area known as the \u003cstrong\u003eConca d’Oro\u003c\/strong\u003e. The grapes are grown in the vineyards of the Fontodi estate, led by Giovanni Manetti, which spans ninety hectares. The vines are trained using the \u003cstrong\u003eGuyot system\u003c\/strong\u003e with a density of six thousand vines per hectare, an agronomic choice aimed at promoting the highest quality of the clusters. The organic management of the vineyards results in a clear and precise aromatic profile, capable of reflecting the authentic identity of its \u003cstrong\u003earea of origin\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe winemaking process follows a minimal intervention approach to best enhance the raw material. The must undergoes \u003cstrong\u003espontaneous fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, naturally triggered by indigenous yeasts. The subsequent maceration on the skins lasts for at least three weeks, a fundamental stage for extracting colour and structure while preserving the elegance of the Sangiovese. Ageing continues for at least eighteen months in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, including selections from the Tronçais and Allier forests, which impart a refined spicy note. This long rest ensures the wine has an excellent \u003cstrong\u003eageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Interesting Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate has been owned by the Fontodi family since 1968 and has been led by the current owner Giovanni Manetti since 1980. Produced in the prestigious area of Panzano, known as the Conca d’Oro of Chianti, the wine features a label depicting a Tuscan villa and the iconic Black Rooster logo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fontodi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47140851810475,"sku":"61745","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/fontodi-chianti-classico-2022_61745_1_84f2721d-adbb-4b42-8ef4-d2c69062ba0f.webp?v=1782230951","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/products\/fontodi-chianti-classico-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}