Fontalpino Chianti Classico (75cl, 13.5%)

Fontalpino Chianti Classico is a red wine from Chianti Classico, Tuscany, made from 100% Sangiovese and bottled at 13.5% ABV in a 750 ml bottle. It is produced by Carpineta Fontalpino, a family estate run by the Cresti family, with Sangiovese sourced from organically farmed vineyards at Montegiachi, Petroio and Cerreto, all at around 350 metres above sea level. Fermentation is spontaneous in concrete tanks, followed by 12 months in 900-litre tonneaux of Allier and Tronchet oak and at least six months in bottle. The nose shows ripe plum, dark cherry, red currant, dried spice and a mineral undercurrent. The palate has bright cherry and plum, firm but well-integrated tannins, and mineral and earthy tones. The finish is medium in length, clean and fresh, with lingering mineral tension and light tannins.