Felsina Fontalloro 2021

Fèlsina Fontalloro 2021 is one of Tuscany’s benchmark pure Sangiovese wines, capturing the soul of the estate across two historic territories. The grapes come from vineyards that straddle the boundary between Chianti Classico and Chianti Colli Senesi, where forests, vineyards and grain fields intersect in a unique mosaic of landscapes. This dual origin, combined with meticulous winemaking, gives Fontalloro its depth, tension and unmistakable character.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2021 Fontalloro shows a deep, vibrant ruby red with youthful purple highlights along the rim. The nose is refined yet intense, opening with notes of wild cherry, ripe red plum and blackcurrant, followed by violet, dried rose petal, tobacco leaf and subtle balsamic hints. With air, more complex layers appear: cedar, sweet spice, leather and a touch of earthy minerality. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and structured, with a core of pure Sangiovese fruit – sour cherry, redcurrant and blood orange – framed by fine, chalk-dusted tannins. There is an energetic acidity that keeps everything lifted and precise, while notes of espresso, dark chocolate, warm spices and savory herbs unfold through a long, persistent finish. Still youthful in 2021, Fontalloro has outstanding aging potential; it will gain tertiary complexity—truffle, leather, tobacco and dried fig—over 10–20+ years in a good cellar, while already showing impressive balance and charm in its youth after a brief decant.

Production
Fontalloro’s character is deeply rooted in its terroir. The vineyards lie at the meeting point of Chianti Classico’s stonier, limestone-rich soils and the slightly warmer, clay and sand interspersed terrains of Chianti Colli Senesi. This combination lends both structure and generosity to the wine. Grapes are carefully hand-harvested, with strict selection in the vineyard and at the sorting table to ensure perfect ripeness and health. Fermentation typically takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, with a focus on extracting fine tannins and aromatic purity through gentle pump-overs and maceration. The wine is then matured in small oak barrels (predominantly French barriques, part new and part used) for around 18–22 months, followed by additional bottle aging to harmonize the components and build complexity before release.

Food & Serving
Fèlsina Fontalloro 2021 is a natural partner for classic Tuscan cuisine and richly flavored dishes. It pairs beautifully with bistecca alla fiorentina, roasted lamb with herbs, braised beef, wild boar ragù, ossobuco, and aged hard cheeses such as Pecorino Toscano or Parmigiano Reggiano. It also works well with truffle dishes, game birds, and mushroom-based pastas or risottos. Serve at 16–18°C (about 60–64°F) to highlight its aromatic nuances and freshness. Decanting for 1–2 hours in its youth is recommended to open up the bouquet and soften the tannins; older bottles will require a more delicate and shorter decant to separate from any natural sediment.

Producer
Fèlsina, founded in the 1960s near Castelnuovo Berardenga in the southeastern corner of Chianti Classico, has become one of Tuscany’s most respected estates and a true Sangiovese specialist. The winery was among the pioneers that chose to champion 100% Sangiovese at a time when many were blending in international varieties, helping to redefine the prestige of the grape on the global stage. With an emphasis on organic viticulture, low yields and precise, terroir-driven winemaking, Fèlsina has earned consistent acclaim from critics and collectors alike. Fontalloro stands as one of the estate’s flagship wines and a reference point for pure Sangiovese from the borderlands between Chianti Classico and Chianti Colli Senesi.

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