Fontodi Dino 2021

What began as an experimental wine in 2008 as a homage to winemaker Giovanni Manetti’s late father, Dino has since become one of the most sought-after wines in the Fontodi range. Made from 100% Sangiovese, Dino is fermented and aged for 15 months exclusively in terracotta amphorae to allow for a truly pure expression of Tuscan Sangiovese. Bottled without added sulphites, this wine offers elegance, complexity, and remarkable vibrancy. Lovely ruby in the glass with purple hues, the nose reveals balsamic herbs, cherry, blackberry, and sweet tobacco. The palate is layered, structured, and persistent.

*Every effort is made to ensure the current vintage is accurate; however, variations can occur. If you are after a specific vintage, please contact us prior to ordering.

Type: Red Wine
Style: Medium-bodied, Pure
Grape Varietal: Sangiovese
Tastes Like: Cherry, blackberry, balsamic herbs, sweet tobacco
Alcohol Percentage: 13.5%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Appellation: Toscana IGT
Region: Tuscany, Italy
Terroir: Calcar clay-schist soils in the Conca d'Oro valley, Panzano
Aging: Aged 15 months in terracotta amphorae
Serving Temperature: 16–18°C – Best served slightly below room temperature

Fontodi is located in the heart of Chianti Classico, in the renowned Conca d'Oro valley south of Panzano. This amphitheatre-shaped area is historically prized for quality viticulture, thanks to its combination of high altitude, calcareous clay-schist soil, ample sunlight, and dramatic temperature shifts between day and night. As a certified organic estate owned by the Manetti family since 1968, Fontodi embraces both tradition and innovation to produce expressive, terroir-driven wines.

Brie: Creamy and light, softening the herbal depth.
Gruyère: Nutty and savoury, complementing the wine's complexity.
Camembert: Earthy and smooth, in harmony with balsamic notes.
Pecorino: Salty and bold, ideal with the wine's pure Sangiovese character.

Brie: Creamy and light, softening the herbal depth.
Gruyère: Nutty and savoury, complementing the wine's complexity.
Camembert: Earthy and smooth, in harmony with balsamic notes.
Pecorino: Salty and bold, ideal with the wine's pure Sangiovese character.

Acquacotta Maremmana (Tuscan Vegetable and Egg Soup)

Ingredients:

• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 400g canned tomatoes
• 500ml vegetable broth
• 4 slices of stale bread
• 4 eggs
• Olive oil, for drizzling
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh basil or thyme

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion, garlic, and celery in olive oil until soft.
2. Add tomatoes and broth. Simmer for 20 minutes.
3. Crack eggs directly into the soup and poach gently until set.
4. Place a slice of bread in each bowl and ladle soup over the top.
5. Drizzle with olive oil and serve with Fontodi Dino for an authentic Tuscan pairing.