Fontodi Chianti Classico 375ml 2021

Fontodi Chianti Classico 375ml is a refined red wine from Panzano in Chianti, Tuscany, Italy, crafted entirely from Sangiovese grapes. It presents a deep ruby red hue with enticing aromas of sour cherry and ripe plums, unfolding into layers of leather and tobacco. The palate offers generous depth, balanced by juicy fruit and supple tannins. Its silky-smooth texture and firm structure lead to a lingering mineral finish, making it a benchmark expression of the Chianti Classico region.

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Type: Red Wine
Style: Medium to Full-bodied, Elegant
Grape Varietal: Sangiovese
Tastes Like: Sour cherry, plum, leather, tobacco, mineral
Alcohol Percentage: 14%
Closure: Cork
Size: 375mL
Appellation: Chianti Classico DOCG
Region: Tuscany, Italy
Terroir: Marl and limestone soils at high elevation
Aging: Aged in French oak barrels
Serving Temperature: 16–18°C – Best served slightly below room temperature

Fontodi is an esteemed estate located in the heart of the Chianti Classico region in Panzano, Tuscany. The winery practices organic farming and focuses on expressing the natural character of the Sangiovese grape through sustainable viticulture. Fontodi's commitment to quality and terroir-driven wines has earned it a reputation for producing some of the most elegant and age-worthy Chiantis in the region.

Red Meat: Grilled lamb cutlets or steak Florentine.
Poultry: Herb-roasted chicken or duck with cherry glaze.
Pasta: Pappardelle with wild boar ragu or tagliatelle al sugo di carne.
Vegetarian: Mushroom and truffle risotto or eggplant involtini.

Pecorino Toscano: Salty and firm, complements the wine's minerality.
Parmigiano Reggiano: Nutty and intense, enhances the depth of flavour.
Aged Provolone: Sharp and savoury, pairing well with earthy notes.
Caciotta: Mild and creamy, balancing the wine's structure.

Crostini Toscani (Tuscan Chicken Liver Pâté Crostini)

Ingredients:

• 200g chicken livers, cleaned
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp capers
• 4 anchovy fillets
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 50mL white wine
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Sliced baguette or Tuscan bread, toasted

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a pan and cook onion until soft. Add anchovies and capers, cooking until anchovies dissolve.
2. Add chicken livers and cook for 5–7 minutes, until browned. Pour in wine and simmer until reduced.
3. Blend the mixture into a coarse paste. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Spread onto toasted bread slices and serve warm.
5. Pair with a glass of Fontodi Chianti Classico for an authentic Tuscan experience.