2020 Castello di Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, Tuscany, ItalyABOUT THE WINE The 2020 Gran Selezione from Castello di Fonterutoli is a meticulously crafted Chianti Classico, composed primarily of Sangiovese grapes with minor additions of Colorino and Canaiolomaintaining DOCG standards and estate sourcing. Aged in French oak (barrel and tonneau) for approximately 1824 months, the wine benefits from traditional vinification with gentle maceration, preserving aromatic integrity. On the palate, expect bright cherry,

The 100% Sagrantino grapes are hand-harvested

150-170m elevation with red Cambrian soil

lifted Bordeaux with purity of fruit

focusing on organic and biodynamic practices to ensure the health and vitality of the vines

Blending occurs in stainless steel wines are then racked into both Burgundian barrels and demi-muids of which 25-30% are new

Grapes are first de-stemmed and then fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks for 8 - 10 days

of cases annually—not too romantic a picture

It’s a culture

Our Rosé harvest is always our first pick of the year

Harald constructed his own barrels in Meddersheim using oak from the Hunsrück forest seasoned for 5 years

Freedom Hill Vineyard lies toward the eastern edge of the Coast Range Foothills

” says Georg