Mazzei Castello di Fonterutoli Chianti Classico 2020

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Mazzei Castello di Fonterutoli
Label Name:
 
Chianti Classico
Vintage:
 
2020
Country:
 
Italy
Region:
 
Chianti Classico (Castellina in Chianti), Tuscany
Volume:
 
1500ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
90% Sangiovese, 5% Malvasia Nera, 5% Colorino
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Selected reviews for the 2020 release include Falstaff 92 pts (2022) and Wine Advocate (Monica Larner) 91 pts (2023); Vinous ~90. The estate’s Gran Selezione 2020 received multiple 94–95+ scores from major critics

Tasting Note
Red cherry and plum with black raspberry, dried herbs, leather, tobacco and baking spice; vibrant acidity, balanced firm tannins, mineral lift and a smooth, persistent finish.

Food Pairing
Western: pasta al ragù, roasted lamb, grilled steak, aged Pecorino, mushroom risotto. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, Korean bulgogi, Szechuan beef, teriyaki chicken, yakitori.

Production Method
Hand‑harvested; ferment at 26–28°C with 16–18 day maceration; aged ~12 months in French oak barrels (225/500L), finished briefly in concrete before bottling.

Vineyard Info
Made by Marchesi Mazzei at Castello di Fonterutoli (family since 1435). Estate ~650 ha with ~110 ha of vineyards across seven sub‑zones; parcel vinification and sustainable practices.