2021 Castello Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG

95 POINTS

James Suckling

Really beautiful aromas of violets, berries, sandalwood and cherries. It’s medium-bodied with round and polished tannins that run the length of the wine and show lovely finesse and focus. Juicy at the end. Needs two or three years to open and show what it has. Drink after 2026.

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Falstaff

Bright, shiny ruby red. Hearty and inviting aromas of juicy black cherries and cranberries, followed by dark chocolate, tobacco and toasted oak. Great precision and balance on the palate, with fine tannins and a gentle persistence on the long finish.

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Falstaff

Bright ruby red with a fine rim. Initial aromas of cold smoke and forest floor, followed by fruits of the forest confit, coffee and dark chocolate. On the palate, a beautiful interplay of invigorating acidity and finely woven tannins, followed by a precise fruit core. Very persistent.Reviewers: Othmar Kiem, Simon Staffler

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Antonio Galloni MW - Vinous

The 2021 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Castello Fonterutoli is 100% Sangiovese, a blend from around 30 small parcels. Silky, aromatic and wonderfully nuanced, the 2021 is all class from start to finish. Vineyards at elevation yield a mid-weight, nuanced Gran Selezione that has so much to offer. Clean mineral notes support the finish.

94 POINTS

Falstaff

Intense, sparkling ruby with purple reflections. Multi-layered, exciting bouquet with notes of juicy cherry, pepper, coffee and ebony. Very juicy, with lush fruit on the palate, with well-integrated tannins and invigorating acidity through to the long finish.

94 POINTS

Falstaff

Gently shining ruby red with a fine rim. Bright, yet delicate aromas of juicy cherry, juniper, liquorice and cloves. Starts with gentle drive on the palate, with rich fruit at the core, silky tannins and invigorating acidity, right through to the lingering, subtly spiced finish.Reviewers: Othmar Kiem, Simon Staffler