{"product_id":"fontodi-flaccianello-della-pieve-2017-mg-15-l","title":"Fontodi Flaccianello della Pieve 2017 MG","description":"\u003cp\u003eFontodi Flaccianello della Pieve 2017 in magnum format is a powerful, pure Sangiovese that captures the intensity of a warm, dry Tuscan vintage with remarkable finesse. This is one of Tuscany’s benchmark wines, marrying depth, structure and elegance in a larger format ideal for long-term cellaring or special occasions. The 2017 stands out for its dark, concentrated fruit, supple tannins and energetic acidity, offering a modern yet authentically Tuscan expression of Sangiovese.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2017 Flaccianello della Pieve shows a deep, dark garnet core with a vivid ruby rim, hinting at both concentration and youthful vibrancy. The nose is immediate and layered: ripe black cherries and plums are wrapped in notes of violets, sweet spice, cedar, graphite, dried herbs, and a subtle touch of campfire ash and chalky minerality. As it opens, hints of cocoa, leather and balsamic nuances add further complexity.\n\nOn the palate, this is a full-bodied, opulent Sangiovese, yet perfectly held in check by a bright, mouthwatering acidity that keeps it lifted and precise. Flavours of dark cherry, black plum and wild berries are interwoven with savoury undertones of liquorice, tobacco, dried flowers and a stony, almost saline edge. The tannins are fine-grained but firm, giving a polished structure that promises excellent development in bottle. At around 15% alcohol, the wine is generous and warm, but the balance is spot on, with an energetic, long and persistent finish. In magnum, the aging potential is especially impressive: expect a graceful evolution over 15–25 years, with the wine gaining even more aromatic nuance, softness and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlaccianello della Pieve is sourced from some of Fontodi’s finest high-altitude vineyards in the famed Conca d’Oro (“Golden Shell”) of Panzano in Chianti, a natural amphitheatre with outstanding exposure and drainage. Here, Sangiovese thrives in galestro and limestone-clay soils, which contribute both power and a distinctive mineral tension to the wine. The vineyards are farmed organically with great attention to biodiversity and low yields, and the grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness. In the cellar, the fruit is carefully sorted and fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel with extended maceration to extract colour, aroma and fine tannins. The wine is then aged in French oak barriques (largely Allier and Tronçais), with a portion of the wine also seeing time in amphora, lending an extra layer of purity and textural finesse before final blending and bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a serious, food-loving Tuscan red that shines alongside richly flavoured dishes. Think classic bistecca alla fiorentina, grilled ribeye, lamb chops with rosemary, braised beef or game (wild boar, venison), and slow-cooked ragù over pappardelle. Its depth and structure also pair beautifully with truffle dishes, aged Pecorino, and mushroom-based recipes. Serve at 16–18°C; in magnum, this wine benefits from time and air, so decant 2–3 hours before serving in large-bowled glasses to fully reveal its complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFontodi is one of the leading estates in Chianti Classico, located in Panzano in the heart of Tuscany. Owned by the Manetti family since 1968, the estate has long been associated with both high-quality Sangiovese and a strong commitment to organic, sustainable viticulture. Over the decades, Fontodi has helped redefine what Chianti Classico and Tuscan Sangiovese can be, with Flaccianello della Pieve emerging as one of Italy’s most acclaimed and collectible wines. Consistent critical praise, a loyal global following, and a reputation for age-worthy, terroir-driven reds have firmly established Fontodi as a reference-point producer in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fontodi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54254856962385,"sku":"PS-7730881986760","price":373.92,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/FLACCIANELLO_20DELLA_20PIEVE.png?v=1783455343","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/fontodi-flaccianello-della-pieve-2017-mg-15-l","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}