Producer | Castello di Farnetella |
Country | Italy |
Region | Tuscany |
Subregion | Chianti Colli Senesi |
Varietal | Sangiovese, Merlot |
Vintage | 2022 |
Sku | 08408 |
Size | 750ml |
Colli Senesi (hills of Siena) surround the historic city of Siena and border prime vineyards of Chianti Classico, Montalcino, and Montepulciano. It's a destination for affordable wine, but since Fattoria di Fèlsina purchased Farnetella Castle in 1981, this Chianti is truly on another level for under $20. Old vineyards in the commune of Sinalunga near Montepulciano yield superior Sangiovese with just a touch of Merlot aged 12 months in medium-sized French oak casks for depth, silkiness, and structure. Fuller medium-bodied with cherries, earth, sandalwood, and plum. A natural pairing with pasta, meats, antipasti, ragu, and pizza.
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